the game is afoot

The phrase "the game is afoot" is an expression that originated from Arthur Conan Doyle's famous detective character, Sherlock Holmes. It indicates that an investigation or pursuit has begun, and suggests that there is a mystery or challenge to be solved. It signifies that the situation has escalated and the search for clues and solving of the problem is now in progress.


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