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I overheard someone talking about a plan to commit a crime.

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I overheard someone talking about a plan to commit a crime.

Study notes

How to use in different contexts

Reporting a Suspicion

I reported to the authorities that I overheard someone discussing a plan to commit a crime.

Describing a Witness Account

As a witness, I can confirm that I overheard individuals plotting a criminal act.

Expressing Concern

I'm deeply concerned because I overheard a conversation about a planned crime.

Sharing a Story

In a chance encounter, I overheard someone detailing a plan to commit a robbery.

Rephrased versions

Formal

I inadvertently listened to a conversation outlining a criminal scheme.

Casual

I heard some guys talking about doing something illegal.

Simpler English

I heard people planning a crime.

Phrases to learn

overheard someone talking

To accidentally hear a conversation.

commit a crime

To perform an illegal act.