Paul Avery
Definition
A proper noun referring to multiple notable individuals, most prominently the American journalist (1934–2000) who gained fame for his persistent coverage of the Zodiac Killer and the Patty Hearst saga.
A name associated with various creative professionals, including the late actor known for roles in 'All My Children' and 'Superman'.
Examples
If you are trying to hunt down a serial killer as relentlessly as Paul Avery hunted the Zodiac, please remember to occasionally take a break and breathe.
He was arguably the professional equivalent of someone who refuses to let an email thread die, just like Paul Avery with the cryptic ciphers of his era.
While the name appears in everything from crime journalism to 70s cinema, don't confuse this Paul Avery with the hockey player Sean Avery unless you want a very specific kind of verbal sparring match.