án điểm

[ʔaːn˧˦ ʔɗiəm˧˩]

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Meaning · English

(noun) a key case; a focal case (a criminal case selected by authorities for prioritized investigation, prosecution, and trial to serve as a public deterrent)

Nghĩa · Tiếng Việt

vụ án then chốt

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Noun

Where it’s used: Used Toàn quốc & hải ngoại · Vietnam-wide & diaspora

Examples

Vụ án này được xác định là một án điểm để răn đe tội phạm.This case has been designated as a key case to deter crime.
Đẩy nhanh tiến độ giải quyết các vụ án điểm về tham nhũng.Accelerating the progress of resolving key corruption cases.

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Sources & notes

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Common questions

What does “án điểm” mean?

(noun) a key case; a focal case (a criminal case selected by authorities for prioritized investigation, prosecution, and trial to serve as a public deterrent)

Is “án điểm” formal or informal?

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