What the Dead Know

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by Laura Lippman (Goodreads Author)

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Lippman keeps using the word "police" where I would expect "policeman" or "police officer". For example, "He hadn't meant to be a career police". I've never seen it used like this before. Is it correct usage?
Martha Johnson It is the common vernacular used in Baltimore to refer to being a police officer. It was used quite a bit in the HBO show The Wire, which was also set…moreIt is the common vernacular used in Baltimore to refer to being a police officer. It was used quite a bit in the HBO show The Wire, which was also set in Baltimore.(less)
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Has anyone read any of her Books?
Melinda Yes I have but can't remember the title. I have one of hers on my kindle called "Sunburn".…moreYes I have but can't remember the title. I have one of hers on my kindle called "Sunburn".(less)
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