partner in crime

Example Sentences

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His handling of “By the Sea,” the Act 2 duet with Margherita, forensically details Sweeney’s growing distaste for the conjugal fantasies of his partner in crime.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 3, 2026

Instead, our Maine Coon kitten arrived and instantly became Clyde's partner in crime.

From Salon • Dec. 6, 2024

The organization-slash-cult run by Wenjie and her partner in crime Mike Evans is playing a very long game.

From New York Times • Mar. 22, 2024

Writing on social media on Saturday, North also mentioned his "partner in crime" Vick Hope, adding: "I'll miss being on air with you every day."

From BBC • Feb. 17, 2024

“Starr, your partner in crime is on the phone,” she says.

From "The Hate U Give" by Angie Thomas