suspect
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Because of this, many scientists suspect there could be far older rainforest sites still waiting to be found across Africa.
From Science Daily • May 20, 2026
The identities of the suspect and the victims have not been formally released by Spanish authorities.
From BBC • May 19, 2026
Despite believing Mangione was the prime suspect in a murder that shook the country, officers initially failed to inform him of his rights, including his right to remain silent.
From Barron's • May 18, 2026
I suspect you’ve encountered your fair share of exchanges like that in your career.
From Los Angeles Times • May 18, 2026
If one were inclined to believe in the supernatural, one might even suspect that the bakehouse at Ashton Place had fallen under some sort of a curse!
From "The Long-Lost Home" by Maryrose Wood
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Unit 3: Compelling Evidence
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