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search warrant

NOUN
court order authorizing search
Synonyms
STRONGEST
WEAK


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Trash, we learn, is no longer private once it hits the curb: Sidewalks are public enough that no search warrant is needed.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 18, 2026

A search warrant was also served at the couple’s home and storage units in San Clemente, according to the statement.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 6, 2026

The commission heard how both officials entered the premises of a logistics company in the east of Johannesburg without a search warrant.

From BBC • May 30, 2026

The firearms were found through a federal search warrant of her home.

From Los Angeles Times • May 28, 2026

There's a pause, and the silence is filled with questions, questions like, "Where is he—really?" and "Do you know how fast I could have a search warrant?" and "You know this isn't over, don't you?"

From "Things Not Seen" by Andrew Clements



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