police action

Example Sentences

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Hehir, who is originally from County Limerick and now lives in Wembley, was later released and told he would not face further police action.

From BBC • Feb. 3, 2026

The men were both arrested, however Hehir was subsequently released and told he would face no further police action.

From BBC • Jan. 29, 2026

It would require the largest police action in American history, wipe out millions of jobs, cost hundreds of billions of dollars, and destabilize the economy.

From Slate • Oct. 24, 2024

She has backed an updated police action plan which will see violence against women and girls given the same priority as dealing with terrorism.

From BBC • Sep. 26, 2024

Let me describe this stereotyped situation: A crime wave is sweeping a city and citizens are clamoring for police action.

From "Native Son" by Richard Wright