READING unit 10 Private investigators investigated
private investigator / private eye
investigate
predominantly female firm
far-off student days
empty in-tray
scruffy raincoat
ashtray
give the place a busy feel
a note of irritation in her voice
further misconceptions
contrary to popular belief
strictly within the law
stick to sth
obtain evidence
day-to-day work
infidelity
handle sth
trace a missing person
insurance fraud
theft
advise sb on security measures
resolving a case
be involved in surveillance
asset (noun)
coincidence
perception of sb/ sth
less threatening
make inquiries
open up to sb
serve court papers
breaking bad news
tend to be
handling the information
hourly rate
long-range listening devices
be reluctant to get involved
a former night club owner
come to be a private detective
drop your voice to a whisper
be overheard by sb
confide in sb
be called away on business
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