sheriff
Example Sentences
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And the sheriff had qualified immunity from the malicious prosecution claim because at the time Gonzalez was arrested, the 5th U.S.
From Slate • Apr. 6, 2026
A spokesperson for the attorney general’s office on Monday acknowledged that Bianco said he would stop the probe — but said the office remained focused on “what the sheriff does, not what he says.”
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 30, 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
“That new sheriff don’t sound nothing like Collins.”
From "Root Magic" by Eden Royce
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