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patrol

[puh-trohl] / pəˈtroʊl /




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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

"Honestly, this flyover of the Statue of Liberty is something I never imagined I would be able to do in my life," Commander Brice Beaudouin, leader of the patrol, told AFP ahead of the flyover.

From Barron's • Jun. 9, 2026

He takes me on patrol through winding jungle tracks, and we must seek cover when a junta drone is heard above us.

From BBC • Jun. 9, 2026

But a new case involving a similar allegations against anti-gang officers operating out of South L.A.’s 77th Street patrol area has reignited questions about whether there are deeper issues across the department.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 4, 2026

The patrol force squad continues down the street and, in perfect rhythm, they pivot around the corner.

From "The Boy Who Dared" by Susan Campbell Bartoletti




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