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suspect

[suh-spekt, suhs-pekt, suhs-pekt, suh-spekt] / səˈspɛkt, ˈsʌs pɛkt, ˈsʌs pɛkt, səˈspɛkt /




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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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