dispatcher
Example Sentences
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“My father has been illegally detained,” he told the dispatcher nervously, stumbling over his words.
From Salon • Mar. 24, 2026
Alfred told investigators he continued to order Barber to show his hands and reported what was happening back to a police dispatcher, prompting more officers to respond.
From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 11, 2026
But for a fire or medical emergency, he said, the local dispatcher calls a Monterey County dispatcher and has to explain where the caller is.
From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 22, 2026
Another volunteer fulfilling the role of dispatcher, also on the call, identifies them by make and model.
From Slate • Jan. 16, 2026
Maybe plumbing isn’t as exciting as being a police dispatcher in thrill-a-minute Spruce Harbor.
From "Orphan Train" by Christina Baker Kline
Vocabulary lists containing dispatcher
"My Favorite Chaperone," Vocabulary from the short story
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"My Favorite Chaperone" by Jean Davies Okimoto
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