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SWAT team

NOUN
special weapons and tactics team
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"SWAT team, bomb squad, K9 team, gang unit, negotiators, drone team. Every single asset we have to bring this to the safest conclusion is out here right now," he continued.

From BBC Jun. 3, 2026

Obama said Wednesday evening that he had directed the CDC to create a "SWAT team" to deploy anywhere in the country to help local healthcare systems respond to any future Ebola cases.

From Los Angeles Times Oct. 15, 2014

Jana, in its internal documents, says a "SWAT" team manages its activist positions.

From Chicago Tribune Dec. 22, 2013

He said one of his first steps is creating a "SWAT team" to investigate allegations about agency employees and the companies they regulate.

From Washington Post Jun. 24, 2010




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