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police

[puh-lees] / pəˈlis /


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The unions include those for school clerical workers, plant and cafeteria managers, building trades and school police.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 10, 2026

In the memo to employees, OpenAI said all of its San Francisco offices remain open Friday and that there is increased police and security presence around the buildings.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 10, 2026

When Davies sent the picture to his friend, he did not know that their phone was under police analysis.

From BBC • Apr. 10, 2026

He added that the case underscored the need revive Inglewood’s civilian police oversight commission, which was disbanded in recent years.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 10, 2026

We have to get out of here before Lou Ann calls the police.

From "The Tenth Mistake of Hank Hooperman" by Gennifer Choldenko