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policing

[puh-lee-sing] / pəˈli sɪŋ /


NOUN
law enforcement
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In the meantime, Welsh ministers are also asking for extra powers to be transferred to Wales, including over policing and youth justice.

From BBC Sep. 13, 2026

Next week Sutton is due to launch a public consultation on policing priorities for Norfolk.

From BBC Sep. 11, 2026

The incident was covered extensively by San Diego media and resulted in increased policing near the bluffs.

From Los Angeles Times Sep. 8, 2026

The report continued that the greatest strength of policing is its workforce, with the vast majority of officers showing professionalism and courage.

From BBC Sep. 8, 2026

There will be no "policing" of students our age.

From "You Bring the Distant Near" by Mitali Perkins




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