911

Example Sentences

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His primary attorney Steve Haney contends that the fire was instead set off by people using fireworks, and that his client was a "Good Samaritan" who called 911 a total of 17 times.

From Barron's • Jun. 8, 2026

“Based on what is happening currently with emergency services like 911 in L.A., there needs to be something that can supplement that system, because we’re seeing that it’s not working,” he said.

From Slate • Jun. 3, 2026

The new 911 records come a week after the L.A.

From Los Angeles Times • May 29, 2026

Terrified, she contacted a friend who called 911.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 29, 2026

My mom called 911 while I sat there trying to look surprised about the whole thing, feeling like a cowardly loser for having let it happen.

From "Anthem of a Reluctant Prophet" by Joanne Proulx