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peculations

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plural of peculation

as in embezzlements

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burglaries

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Baldermann said there were 13 burglaries in New Lenox this year, and three men arrested and charged had 27 prior arrests with 12 convictions.

— Elena Tittel, Chicago Tribune, 15 Sep. 2026
Robberies are down 57% year-to-date, and burglaries are down 20%.

— Kaley Fedko, CBS News, 15 Sep. 2026

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