- plural of deputy.
deputies
Example Sentences
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"In many incidents involving a person experiencing a mental health crisis or actively harming themselves, deputies prioritise de-escalation by creating time, distance and opportunities for communication," their statement said.
From BBC ● Aug. 5, 2026
After confirming speaking with family members at the scene, deputies decided to "tactically disengage while continuing to monitor the situation", police said.
From BBC ● Aug. 5, 2026
County sheriff’s deputies responded to the golf course around 3:30 p.m.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 4, 2026
The girl was found while deputies were responding, and they took over CPR from bystanders until medics and fire personnel arrived, according to the post.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 3, 2026
The drifters were moving off down the track, and the deputies were heading back into town.
From "A Long Way from Chicago" by Richard Peck
