policeman

Example Sentences

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The crew he has selected includes three astronauts and three civilians—a scientist; a person who won a seat on the trip through a lottery; and Ryan Crane, a beleaguered policeman who once saved John’s life.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 9, 2026

Though he almost immediately broke a collarbone during a practice, he stuck with the sport in the belief that it would make him a better policeman.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 20, 2026

Asked if she could remember specifically who it was who had reassured her, the woman replied it was someone "higher" than a policeman.

From BBC • Mar. 9, 2026

Before the Islamic Revolution, in the days of the shah, Iran was known as "the policeman of the Gulf".

From BBC • Mar. 1, 2026

It's easier for me to talk to our policeman, somehow.

From "Born Behind Bars" by Padma Venkatraman