Have doubts about person thought to be guilty of a crime Crossword Clue

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The hint for today's crossword puzzle is brought you by "Irish Times Crosaire" and the clue we are solving today is "Have doubts about person thought to be guilty of a crime".

Understanding Today's Crossword Puzzle

Today's clue, "Have doubts about person thought to be guilty of a crime," leads to the answer "SUSPECT." Here is why this answer corresponds to the given clue:

1. Doubts: The word "doubts" in the clue suggests uncertainty or lack of belief in someone's innocence or honesty.
2. Person: Refers to an individual, which in this context could be someone under investigation or suspicion.
3. Guilty of a Crime: Implies that the individual in question is suspected of having committed an offense or illegal act.

When we combine these elements and consider the overall theme of suspicion and uncertainty regarding a potentially guilty individual, the most fitting answer to this clue is "SUSPECT." In a crossword puzzle context, it's important to analyze each component of the clue to arrive at the correct solution, which in this case aligns perfectly with the word "SUSPECT."

Definition of "SUSPECT"

have an idea or impression of the existence, presence, or truth of (something) without certain proof

Example :

if you suspect a gas leak, do not turn on an electric light

she suspected that he might be bluffing

parents suspected of child abuse

 The Crossword clue "Have doubts about person thought to be guilty of a crime" published 1 time/s & has 1 answer/s. 

Crossword	Date	Answer
Irish Times Crosaire	28 June 2024	SUSPECT