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detects
  • present tense form of detect (3rd person singular).

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The ICD is a small life-saving device which detects problems with the heart's rhythm and immediately tries to correct them.

From BBC • Jun. 8, 2026

In January, the California startup introduced a system that estimates a user's age and, if it detects a minor, applies additional safeguards.

From Barron's • Jun. 1, 2026

Device emits an electrical field that disrupts a sixth sense sharks possess, which detects electric fields.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 31, 2026

The temperature gauge on the tank detects temperatures only up to 100 degrees.

From Los Angeles Times • May 23, 2026

My system detects the red and brown pigments as it does a cursory scan.

From "A Rover's Story" by Jasmine Warga