detective
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Hustled from the scene by a neighboring florist, she meets the vigilant but eccentric Neighborhood Watch group at the home of reclusive former detective Augusta Dupin.
From Los Angeles Times • May 12, 2026
An artwork plundered by the Nazis from the world-famous Goudstikker collection has surfaced in the family of a notorious SS collaborator in the Netherlands, Dutch art detective Arthur Brand told AFP Monday.
From Barron's • May 11, 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
A detective finally went to his apartment and questioned him.
From "The Mona Lisa Vanishes" by Nicholas Day
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