detective

/dɪˈtɛktɪv/ noun A2 Neutral

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Meaning

A detective is a person who solves crimes.

💡 Detectives often gather clues to find out what happened.

Example Sentences

The detective found clues to solve the missing cat case .

The detective is looking for clues to solve the case .

The detective looks for clues to solve the mystery .

Word in Context

A detective walks down a quiet street and looks at the shop windows . They visit small shops because they want to find a lost letter for an old man . Then the detective smiles because a shop owner gives the letter back .

Common Phrases

police detective private detective

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