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DT

American  
Or D.T.

abbreviation

Slang.
  1. detective.


Usage

What else does DT mean? The abbreviation DT can variously stand for delirium tremens, a symptom of alcohol withdrawal; double tap, a reference to liking someone's post on Instagram; detective; the position of defensive tackle in football; or school detention. How is DT pronounced?[ dee-tee ]

Example Sentences

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Activism could pressure DT to take a stance on this matter, either by announcing their merger interest and explaining the reasons behind it, or by formally ruling out any such transaction.

From The Wall Street Journal Sep. 3, 2026

He also likes DT Midstream, another gas-oriented company and Energy Transfer, which has one of highest yields among large-cap pipelines at 7%.

From Barron's Jun. 26, 2026

T-Mobile told Barron’s in an email following the report that “as per our usual practice, T-Mobile and DT do not comment on speculation regarding our corporate activity, nor are there specifics to share.”

From Barron's Apr. 28, 2026

DT shares are down 4.9% at 27.37 euros.

From The Wall Street Journal Apr. 22, 2026

Then LK ought to be to GQ as 3 to 2; and in the same ratio MG to CR, NC to FS, OF to DT.

From Treatise on Light by Christiaan Huygens

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