detective

Example Sentences

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Ford, the original detective, had interviewed Hatley not long after Cynthia’s death.

From Slate • Apr. 6, 2026

Had five students done what a veteran homicide detective had failed to do more than 30 years earlier?

From Slate • Apr. 6, 2026

Jones was on duty that weekend, and Strickland assured Boyd that the detective was a “good old boy.”

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 5, 2026

The entertainment was provided by comedian Bob Hope and actor, Telly Savalas, best known for playing the lollipop-loving, TV detective, Kojak.

From BBC • Mar. 31, 2026

“We’re like a secret detective bureau,” said Colin.

From "The Bletchley Riddle" by Ruta Sepetys and Steve Sheinkin