911

Example Sentences

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Terrified for their safety, they did not roll down their windows, instead immediately calling 911.

From Slate • Apr. 17, 2026

The couple’s son called 911 shortly after midnight Thursday, police said.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 16, 2026

Their two teenage children were home at the time and called 911, according to police.

From Salon • Apr. 16, 2026

She didn’t have call service to call 911 but sent a text to someone she knew, who contacted emergency services, according to the post.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 14, 2026

“Like that Wednesday when they made the 911 call, that wasn’t the first time you were in the house, was it?”

From "Silent To The Bone" by E.L. Konigsburg