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Преступление
The literal meaning is 'stepping over' a boundary or law. It refers to any illegal act.
Examples in context
Это было тяжкое военное преступление.
It was a grave war crime.
Полиция расследует это загадочное преступление.
The police are investigating this mysterious crime.
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