detective
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The audience was transported to the set of a classic detective film, with colorful vintage cars placed amidst the museum's stark concrete curves and moody lighting.
From Barron's • May 14, 2026
San Luis Obispo County Sheriff Ian Parkinson, along with investigators and the experts, appeared at the home on Wednesday morning shortly after a detective served a search warrant to Susan Flores.
From Los Angeles Times • May 7, 2026
During the interview, a detective asked: "I just want to ask you about our prime minister. Do you know who that is?"
From BBC • May 6, 2026
To counteract the maritime subterfuge, Kpler analysts have to play detective.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 3, 2026
Because the last thing a detective should do is make a complete spectacle of herself.
From "The Detective's Assistant" by Kate Hannigan
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Miranda v. Arizona (1966): Syllabus
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