patrol
Example Sentences
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Some cordoned-off areas were guarded by armed riot squad officers who had their faces covered, while a police patrol boat was visible off the coast of Bondi Beach.
From BBC
Then Vescovi got off the phone and walked to his patrol car.
"There's no doubt this incident will cause concern in the local community and more widely, but we have increased patrols in the area. I'd like to reassure the public that our investigation remains a priority."
From BBC
Surf lifesavers across the country were joining the homage in solidarity before starting their morning patrols.
From Barron's
Firefighters carrying extinguishers could be seen patrolling the area, as sparks flew from the rotors of at least three lanterns, AFP journalists at the event saw.
From Barron's
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