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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

El Hishri is the first suspect to appear at the ICC as part of the court's UN-mandated investigation into Libya which began in 2011.

From Barron's • May 19, 2026

The internal investigators suspect military officials have discussed the events with their spouses, who have tried to make money by betting on event contracts, this person said.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 17, 2026

The US government is seeking the death penalty for the suspect charged with killing two Israeli embassy staff members in Washington DC last year.

From BBC • May 15, 2026

While the family was enjoying a few days by the Black Sea, agents let themselves in, drilled holes in the floor, inserted cameras, and began watching their suspect.

From "Fallout: Spies, Superbombs, and the Ultimate Cold War Showdown" by Steve Sheinkin




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