detective
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Sunglasses that look stolen from a rogue detective.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 7, 2026
To counteract the maritime subterfuge, Kpler analysts have to play detective.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 3, 2026
Andre White, a detective with about 11 years at the department, also vowed to take a “community-oriented approach” if elected.
From Los Angeles Times • May 1, 2026
William Wilson, a local police detective, was appointed as coroner's officer to deal with the situation - and did so in a manner most unlike a traditional bobby.
From BBC • Apr. 25, 2026
“I don’t—” I’m about to roll my eyes at him again, for such a detective question, as if we’re trapped in a Conan Doyle novel.
From "The Brightwood Code" by Monica Hesse
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