police
Example Sentences
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The bird was discovered by airport police near terminal one after being spotted perched on a rubbish bin.
From BBC • Apr. 6, 2026
It can’t be deposed, call the police or betray a confidence.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 6, 2026
In recent months, Bass has revamped her messaging, saying she’s been tackling problems that have “been around for multiple decades,” such as homelessness, sluggish police hiring and trash-strewn streets.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 6, 2026
They administered the Eucharist instead to the members of the procession and to police officers who were nearby.
From Salon • Apr. 6, 2026
Two police cars were parked outside the McKay house— and one very shiny black SUV.
From "Boy 2.0" by Tracey Baptiste
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