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Definition the usual suspects in American English

the usual suspects phrase

phrase

In the movie “Casablanca,” Captain Renault says “Major Strasser has been shot. Round up the usual suspects.” The phrase “the usual suspects” was later used as a movie title.

Example

The report criticizes the usual suspects - the fast food and diet industries.

Synonyms and related words
directly first-hand vicarious
Definition the usual suspects in American English