词汇 | be-in-the-frame-for |
释义 | be in the frame (for something)idiom to be a possible suspect for a crime (= someone who it is thought may have committed it): He had the victim's blood on his clothes, which automatically put him in the frame for the murder. They must know they're in the frame, otherwise why would they try to cover up their actions? Anyone who stood to gain from his death is definitely in the frame. to be a possible candidate(= someone who could be chosen) for a job, position, etc. : He was previously in the frame for the role of Batman in another movie. Another win would put her in the frame for the Olympic team selection. He refused to say who was in the frame to replace the manager. Criminals - general words abettor accessory accomplice anti-gang crook culprit delinquent gangland juvenile delinquent lawbreaker lowlife malefactor perpetrator previous probationer recidivist stalker wanted white-collar criminal wrongdoer You can also find related words, phrases, and synonyms in the topics: Applying for a job |
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