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policeman

[puh-lees-muhn] / pəˈlis mən /


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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

While working as a military policeman there, he joined a judo club.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 20, 2026

"I got taken in the office with a policeman and Mr Phillips was being all authoritative," Karen explains.

From BBC • Feb. 23, 2026

Witness D also alleged that Pretorius, who was not a policeman but had previously served as a police reservist, was involved.

From BBC • Feb. 8, 2026

‘Here,’ he said, holding it out to the policeman.

From "Code Name Kingfisher" by Liz Kessler