[partner] in crime
1
two individuals who managed to plan and get something done together
The origin of the phrase "partner in crime" is unclear, but it is believed to have originated in the early 20th century. This idiom is used broadly to refer to two people who are close companions in any context.
- Emily and her sister are partners in crime when it comes to teasing their little brother.
- I used to be partners in crime with my best friend when we were in high school.
- Jamie used to be my partner in crime whenever I wanted to steal something from my dad's room.
- Sarah and Tom are partners in crime when it comes to pulling pranks on their coworkers.
2
*** One who aids or accompanies someone in crimes or nefarious actions.
- Imagine two criminals, partners in crime, who are arrested and placed in separate cells with no means of communication.
- We find guys like Bjorn Sundin, originally from Sweden, and his partner in crime, also listed on the INTERPOL wanted pages.
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