police action

Example Sentences

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A spokesman for Devon and Cornwall Police said: "As a result of the judgement, the individuals in question will face no further police action."

From BBC • Oct. 16, 2025

He thinks the police action sends a signal.

From BBC • Mar. 7, 2025

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

Looking back, Mr Bromley said although he was disappointed no further police action was currently possible, he felt "some good came from this".

From BBC • Sep. 26, 2024

Richard was surprised when he heard the announcement that the federal government had declared a police action to bring the rebels to order.

From "Half of a Yellow Sun" by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie