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Crime
01
an unlawful act that is punishable by the legal system
Examples
The police are investigating the crime that occurred last night.
She was arrested for her involvement in a violent crime.
02
an evil act not necessarily punishable by law
Examples
Destroying ancient artifacts is seen as a cultural crime.
Many regarded the pollution of the river as a crime against nature.
03
a genre of fiction that involves a focus on criminal activities, motives, and their detection, often from the perspective of law enforcement or criminals themselves
Examples
She enjoys reading crime novels set in Victorian London.
The film is a classic of crime fiction, involving a complex heist.
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