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Discover LudwigThe phrase "as detective" is correct and usable in written English.
It can be used when referring to someone in the role or capacity of a detective, often in a context where their actions or thoughts are being described.
Example: "She approached the case with a keen eye, thinking as detective would."
Alternatives: "in the role of a detective" or "as an investigator".
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According to the experimental data, two important factors as detective parameters (Ids,Vgmin) play crucial roles in detecting the DNA hybridization events.
Detective Andrews volunteered to serve as Detective Nemorin's backup.
As detective work goes, it's a tiny masterpiece of analysis.
The film unfolds like a mystery, with Mr Clover as detective.
Less of a mystery is why it stars David Tennant as Detective Inspector Alec Hardy.
The evidence pointed to an intruder, as Detective Smit had concluded.
He was best-known for his role as Detective Joe Fontana on Law and Order.
Now his role as detective has thrust him to the forefront.
Mr. Cisco came around to the passenger side as Detective Weller, 35, was opening her door.
The officer was identified by the police as Detective Lt. Washington Griffin.
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