detectivelike
/dɪˈtɛktɪvˌlaɪk/
adjective
- Resembling or characteristic of a detective, especially in being observant, curious, or investigative.
- The cat watched the mouse hole with detectivelike patience.
- His detectivelike questioning made everyone feel like they were being interrogated.
- She had a detectivelike ability to notice small details others missed.
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