Learn · Sentences Reporting a Crime
I heard someone say they were planning a crime in the area.
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I heard someone say they were planning a crime in the area.
Study notes
How to use in different contexts
Reporting a Suspicion
I reported to the authorities that I heard someone planning a crime in the area.
Sharing a Rumor
I heard a rumor that someone was planning a crime nearby.
Expressing Concern
I'm worried because I heard someone say they were planning a crime in the area.
Describing an Overheard Conversation
While walking, I overheard someone discussing plans for a crime in the neighborhood.
Rephrased versions
Formal
I overheard an individual mentioning their intention to commit a crime in this vicinity.
Casual
I heard someone talking about pulling off a crime around here.
Simpler English
Someone said they were going to do a bad thing nearby.
Phrases to learn
planning a crime
Making preparations to commit an illegal act.
in the area
Within a particular geographical region.