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patrol

[puh-trohl] / pəˈtroʊl /




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Way back in 2014, in my early days on sidewalk patrol, I was able to crawl under a similarly ruptured sidewalk in West L.A., and I could’ve done the same at 71st and 11th.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 13, 2026

Overhead, a Black Hawk helicopter carrying snipers will patrol the skies, while a fleet of Tesla Cybertrucks on the ground will help anchor an electronic antidrone shield over the venue.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 11, 2026

Thousands of armed police patrol alongside tourists in Mexico City, where authorities say security is under control in the days leading up to the World Cup.

From Barron's • Jun. 10, 2026

He can be seen walking up to a parked patrol vehicle outside the station, getting into the back and shutting the door behind him.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 1, 2026

Another patrol car races toward the school, lights flashing.

From "On the Come Up" by Angie Thomas




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