officers

Example Sentences

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The Scottish Police Federation, which represents rank and file officers, says the total will include five inspectors.

From BBC • Jun. 11, 2026

Northern Ireland police chief Jon Boutcher said the force was looking to add a further 200 officers to the streets, while local transport authorities cancelled bus and train services for Wednesday evening.

From Barron's • Jun. 10, 2026

In another pending case about police sweeps of cellphone location data, lawyers debated whether warrants requiring Google to share information were akin to how British customs officers harassed colonists before the American Revolution.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 10, 2026

According to the FBI warrant, the officers will seize items in violation of measures to prevent the accidental release of hazardous substances into the air.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 10, 2026

There were no bands, drums, or trumpets, just the beat of the hooves and the footsteps of the officers.

From "Chasing Lincoln's Killer" by James L. Swanson