private detective
Example Sentences
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His latest role is as a former cop turned private detective in Peacock’s new crime thriller, “M.I.A.,” streaming now.
From Los Angeles Times • May 29, 2026
A private detective, Auguste Bell, arrives to solve the crime.
From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 12, 2025
Marten's family also hired a private detective to find her.
From BBC • Jul. 14, 2025
A private detective finally found Madrigal living in Las Vegas with her oldest son, Oren, who didn’t learn about his mother’s tragic, historic past until answering the researcher’s call.
From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 2, 2024
The private detective the judge had hired was still investigating the heirs, so tonight's project would be the Westing family.
From "The Westing Game" by Ellen Raskin
