handler

Example Sentences

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The handler tells Gurpreet that police officers will be at the scene "very shortly" and that an ambulance would also be called.

From BBC • Jun. 3, 2026

"By only recruiting a rescue dog, it's a win-win -- giving a dog the chance of a new life while helping our iconic koalas," Innovation for Conservation director and handler Russell Miller said.

From Barron's • May 20, 2026

Several videos have compounded the confusion, including one made public Thursday that appeared to show a security dog identifying the suspect, only to have the dog’s handler ignore the warning.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 3, 2026

According to the report, the call handler was "very emotional and upset" about the incident, but went on to withdraw from the investigation.

From BBC • Apr. 26, 2026

His allies pepper me with advice: Never go looking for your handler.

From "An Ember in the Ashes" by Sabaa Tahir