perfect crime
A 'perfect crime' is an idealized concept often depicted in fiction and crime literature, describing a flawlessly executed illegal act that evades detection and resolution.
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Definition
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(informal)A crime that remains undetected or unsolved, leaving no evidence or clues.
Example
- In the movie, the thief pulled off the perfect crime, leaving no trace behind.
- The detective was baffled by what seemed like a perfect crime.
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