Crimes
Burglary
The act of attacking and robbing someone in a public place (usually with a weapon)
Mugging
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When he got a burst tire, Bob DROVE onto the shoulder of the highway.
pulled over
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Do you think Jason will ever RECOVER FROM the schock of not being chosen to play in the match?
get over
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Richard is a quiet man and certainly not capable ___ any kind of violent behavior.
of
The criminal act of intentionally setting fire to property
Arson
Smuggling
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After so many problems, we were delighted when our plans WERE SUCCESSFUL.
worked out
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The Prime Minister EXTENDED her hand to each member of the winning team.
held out
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Not all murderers are burdened _____ the guilt of their crime.
by / with
Demanding payment from someone in return for not revealing embarassing or damaging information about them
Blackmail
Offering something of value to influence the actions of someone in power
Bribery
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We LEFT THE HOUSE so late that we got caught in the rush hour.
set out
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It's advisable to INVESTIGATE all the facilities before deciding to join a gym.
check out
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Many young readers enthuse ______ the Harry Potter series.
about
Making an imitation of a document, signature or work of art
Forgery
Making a physical attack on someone
Assault
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If you can MANAGE TO WAIT another ten minutes, we'll stop at the next service station.
hold on
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Didn't you get the fact sheet that I DISTRIBUTED?
gave out
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I was misled ____ thinking that my valuables were secure.
into
The crime of killing a human being unintentionally
Manslaughter
Criminal deception intended to result in financial or personal gain
Fraud
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The paintings in the exhibition were ARRANGED in a circle around the room.
set out
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by deducting the bottom figure from the top one, we can CALCULATE how much money we've got.
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I'm afraid the children were to blame ____ eating all the ice cream in the freezer.
for