
1) Preliminary investigation 2) Preparatory research 3) Tedious detective duty
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Legwork, in law enforcement slang, is the work necessary to solve a case. Legwork usually involves interviewing witnesses, investigating evidence and following leads. In business vernacular, legwork is the gathering, review and interpretation of the basic facts, figures and research necessary to achieve a goal. ...
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