frisking

Example Sentences

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The match has been designated a "high-risk" clash, with police enforcing special rules such as preventative frisking.

From Barron's • Oct. 21, 2025

He described being angry and scared after police showed up that night with guns drawn, frisking and detaining him based on Troyer’s call.

From Seattle Times • Dec. 8, 2022

The TV audience’s response to the bit — which carried on into frisking presenters Josh Brolin and Jason Momoa per the Academy’s “protocol” — was mixed on Twitter.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 27, 2022

After a brief verbal frisking — it was weird to have a reporter drop in — the group was friendly and happy to answer questions.

From New York Times • Aug. 5, 2021

In between pat- frisking inmates as they entered or exited the mess hall, there was time to just stand around and gab.

From "Newjack: Guarding Sing Sing" by Ted Conover