patrol
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When I was in Iraq, on patrol and during emergency responder training, I was given the option of picking my own radio call sign.
From Slate • Apr. 13, 2026
They made their way to the hilltop hearing the enemies’ whistles and barking patrol dogs.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 8, 2026
A number of patrol boats were also involved in the arrest, positioning themselves off the coast.
From BBC • Apr. 4, 2026
Video released by the Azusa Police Department shows the moment a man, who was later found dead, was freed from custody and entered a patrol vehicle.
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 31, 2026
In the scuffle that followed, the slaves scattered and were able to reach safety in Canada, but one of the slave catchers was killed, and members of the patrol were arrested.
From "A Few Red Drops: The Chicago Race Riot of 1919" by Claire Hartfield
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