unarmed

Example Sentences

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“American Skin” is, of course, also known as “41 Shots” and is the story of the killing of unarmed African immigrant Amadou Diallo by the New York City Police Department.

From Salon • May 28, 2026

She continued that approach after taking office, pushing for the hiring of unarmed crisis responders, such as mental health counselors.

From Los Angeles Times • May 1, 2026

Her administration also spearheaded sending mental health teams or other unarmed responders to emergency calls that were once fielded by police.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 8, 2026

At Mexico’s request, the CIA positioned an unarmed Predator drone over a Tapalpa vacation compound, where it observed a man exit a vehicle and warmly embrace Oseguera’s lover, according to people familiar with the operation.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 19, 2026

The ghost with the mustache, unarmed now, launched at Soulzeren, and Lazlo thrust himself between them.

From "Strange the Dreamer" by Laini Taylor