Updated June 2026
An illegal act that is punishable by law. A wrongdoing that violates legal or moral standards.
“The detective worked tirelessly to solve the crime.”
kraɪm
Good mix with CR start, vowels I and E.
Worth 9 points with M being the highest value letter.
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