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UK//kraɪm spriː//US//kraɪm spriː//

Meaning of Crime spree

In simple words: A series of crimes committed in a short time.

Crime spree in a sentence

  • The city was shaken by a crime spree that lasted for weeks.
  • Local law enforcement is investigating the recent crime spree in the neighborhood.
  • During the summer, there was a crime spree involving several thefts and vandalism.
  • The police caught the suspects after they committed a crime spree over the weekend.
  • News outlets reported on the crime spree that left citizens in fear.

How to use Crime spree

Use this phrase to describe multiple crimes occurring closely together in time. It's often used in news reports. Less common in casual conversation.

Grammar pattern

noun + noun

Memory hint

Think of 'spree' as a rapid burst of activities, like sprinting through a list of crimes.

Related words

Collocations with Crime spree

  • commit a crime spree
  • stop a crime spree
  • investigate a crime spree
  • report a crime spree
  • witness a crime spree

Synonyms for Crime spree

  • criminal wave
  • crime wave
  • illegal activities
  • criminal spree
  • felonious spree

Common mistakes with Crime spree

  • Confused with 'crime scene', which refers to the location of a crime.
  • Used as an adjective, e.g., saying 'crime spree activities' instead of just 'crime spree'.
  • Mixed up with 'spree killing', which refers specifically to multiple murders.

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Frequently asked questions about Crime spree

What does Crime spree mean?

A series of crimes committed in a short time.

What is the definition of Crime spree?

A series of criminal acts committed in quick succession.

How do you use Crime spree in a sentence?

The city was shaken by a crime spree that lasted for weeks.

Can you give another example of Crime spree?

Local law enforcement is investigating the recent crime spree in the neighborhood.

What are synonyms for Crime spree?

Common alternatives include criminal wave, crime wave, illegal activities, criminal spree, felonious spree.

What words go with Crime spree?

It commonly pairs with commit a crime spree, stop a crime spree, investigate a crime spree, report a crime spree, witness a crime spree.

What are common mistakes when using Crime spree?

Confused with 'crime scene', which refers to the location of a crime. Used as an adjective, e.g., saying 'crime spree activities' instead of just 'crime spree'. Mixed up with 'spree killing', which refers specifically to multiple murders.

How do you pronounce Crime spree?

US: //kraɪm spriː//, UK: //kraɪm spriː//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Crime spree?

Use this phrase to describe multiple crimes occurring closely together in time. It's often used in news reports. Less common in casual conversation.