sheriff

Example Sentences

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“Not one deputy, not one sheriff, nobody has ever brought to light what they did to Joseph.”

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 1, 2026

The sheriff said nobody had been hurt, but that it would have been different had someone been driving in the other direction.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 28, 2026

"He has a right to refuse that test," added the sheriff.

From BBC • Mar. 27, 2026

"Candidates should not try to be the meanest sheriff."

From Barron's • Mar. 26, 2026

Washington State Police began coordinating with the Skamania County sheriff.

From "Mountain of Fire" by Rebecca E. F. Barone