sleuthing
nounUK /ˈsluː.ðɪŋ/
US /ˈsluː.ðɪŋ/
The act of trying to find out secrets or solve a mystery like a detective.
The kids did some sleuthing to find out who ate the last cookie.
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2. The work of a detective who solves crimes.
Her sleuthing helped the police catch the thief.
3. Careful searching to discover hidden facts.
His sleuthing uncovered the truth about the missing money.
4. The activity of following clues to solve a puzzle.
We spent the afternoon sleuthing around the old house.