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detector

[dih-tek-ter] / dɪˈtɛk tər /


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It acknowledged the free version of its AI detector "may provide less precise results" due to "high demand and the use of a lighter model designed for quick access."

From Barron's • Mar. 30, 2026

In his letter to Weber, Curtis promised to take a lie detector test after each election.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 25, 2026

Sometimes he’s just out there for fun, but often he’s wielding his submersible Excalibur II metal detector to salvage someone’s destination wedding.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 24, 2026

With his invasive species detector duties done, it is time for a new role for Woody.

From BBC • Mar. 22, 2026

Okay, so Gordy was a human lie detector machine, too.

From "The Absolutely True Diary of a Part-Time Indian" by Sherman Alexie



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