patrolling

Example Sentences

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City officials said local hunters were expected to begin patrolling the area on Friday, according to the broadcaster.

From Barron's • May 8, 2026

The plan was to equip some of the company’s aircraft models with advanced sensors and communications for military applications, from surveillance and intelligence gathering to troop transportation and maritime patrolling.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 22, 2026

Ronald Rabie, 56, said that while seeing the army patrolling the streets makes some difference, as it creates a safer environment for families, this peace is short-lived.

From BBC • Apr. 1, 2026

Eric Halem created Drive-LA in 2021 as a side gig to his day job patrolling the San Fernando Valley for the LAPD.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 24, 2026

The middle of town was still empty of villagers but full of North Korean soldiers patrolling the area.

From "Finding Junie Kim" by Ellen Oh