Verbs Related to Crime

to admit, especially to the police or legal authorities, that one has committed a crime or has done something wrong

The suspect decided to confess to the crime during the police interrogation.

the crime of ending a person's life deliberately

The detective was called to investigate a murder that had shocked the small town.

to make secret plans with other people to commit an illegal or destructive act

The group of individuals conspired to carry out a heist on the bank.

to take something from someone or somewhere without permission or paying for it

She steals cookies from the jar when no one is looking.

to take something from an organization, place, etc. without their consent, or with force

The masked intruder attempted to rob the convenience store at gunpoint.

to take someone away and hold them in captivity, typically to demand something for their release

The criminals planned to kidnap the CEO's daughter for a ransom.

to illegally take someone away, especially by force or deception

The criminal attempted to abduct the child from the school playground.

to steal goods from a place or person, especially during times of war, chaos, or civil disorder

During the invasion, the army decided to plunder the enemy's resources.

to forcefully take control of a vehicle, like an airplane, often to take hostages or change its course

Pirates tried to hijack the cargo ship, hoping to steal valuable goods for resale.

a large cup which is typically used for drinking hot beverages like coffee, tea, or hot chocolate

She sipped her morning coffee from a favorite ceramic mug adorned with colorful flowers.

suitable or acceptable for a given situation or purpose

Wearing casual attire is appropriate for a picnic.

to illegally hunt, catch, or fish on another person's property or in prohibited areas

The authorities apprehended a group of individuals who were attempting to poach endangered species in the wildlife sanctuary.

the coming and going of cars, airplanes, people, etc. in an area at a particular time

The traffic on the highway was heavy during rush hour.

to move goods or people illegally and secretly into or out of a country

Border patrol intercepted a group trying to smuggle undocumented migrants into the country.

money, especially cash, often implies earnings or resources gained

The sudden influx of loot from the unexpected bonus surprised him.

an amount of money or something of value given to someone in order to persuade them to do something that is illegal

The politician was caught accepting a bribe from a construction company in exchange for favorable contracts.

to accuse someone of a crime or make a formal charge against them

The prosecutor decided to incriminate the suspect based on the new evidence.

to involve or suggest someone's participation or connection in a crime or wrongdoing

Witness testimony served to implicate the suspect in the bank robbery.

to disobey or break a regulation, an agreement, etc.

The company faced legal consequences for violating environmental regulations.

to create an hole or gap in something, allowing access or entry

The battering ram breached the castle wall, creating an entry point.

to violate someone's rights or property

The company was warned about potential legal consequences if it continued to infringe environmental regulations.

to use force to enter a building, vehicle, or other enclosed space, usually for the purpose of theft

The neighbors witnessed the suspicious individuals breaking into the vacant house.

to rob someone using a weapon or some form of threat

The armed robbers stuck up the convenience store last night.

to escape punishment for one's wrong actions

Some white-collar criminals try to get away with embezzling money from their companies.

to illegally enter a building or area with the intent to commit theft or other crimes

The burglars burglarized the jewelry store, stealing valuable diamonds and gems.

to secretly steal money entrusted to one's care, typically by manipulating financial records, for personal use or gain

The financial officer was arrested for embezzling company funds for personal expenses.

to steal goods from a store by secretly taking them without paying

The security cameras captured the individual attempting to shoplift items from the store.

to intentionally damage something, particularly public property

The park was closed temporarily for repairs after vandals had vandalized the playground equipment.