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Le crime
In the French legal hierarchy, a crime is more serious than a délit. It specifically refers to offenses like murder or rape that carry heavy prison sentences. Using this word for petty theft is technically inaccurate.
Examples in context
Le suspect a commis un crime terrible.
The suspect committed a terrible crime.
La police enquête sur ce crime mystérieux.
The police are investigating this mysterious crime.
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