What does "Bust" mean?

caught or arrested

Synonym: arrest, raid Opposite: release, free

"Bust" in a sentence

Real example sentences from TV shows and movies.

you're busted.

Brooklyn Nine-Nine S1E2

Busted!

How I Met Your Mother S6E9

Busted?!

The Office S1E6

Mine's bust.

Black Mirror S3E3

Hey, fair warning, next time I'm gonna bust you.

Breaking Bad S1E3

"Bust" in TV shows & movies

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