The book reviewer who detects a missing comma, immediately feels elevated to the level of the writer.
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Synonyms for "detects" (42 found)
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Volkswagen used illegal software that detects when the car is undergoing official emissions testing.
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This anti-barking collar sprays citronella into the dog's face when the microphone detects barking.
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The faucet detects the hands and then the water comes out.
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