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constabulary

[kuhn-stab-yuh-ler-ee] / kənˈstæb yəˌlɛr i /
NOUN
military police
Synonyms
STRONGEST
WEAK








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The inquiry heard Sanders had noted that a coordinated media release, with families affected, would be required, adding it could have a "significant impact on the reputation of the constabulary".

From BBC • Mar. 18, 2026

Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood also stated she had lost confidence in the chief constable, following an update on a "damning" review from the chief inspector of constabulary and what she called a "failure of leadership".

From BBC • Jan. 15, 2026

“In the meantime, I would like to assure residents and criminals alike that the constabulary will be operating as normal, keeping our residents safe, and preventing and detecting crime.”

From BBC • Oct. 7, 2024

The custom dates back more than 150 years, but was stopped in 1909 by the local constabulary, which saw the "straw bears" as a form of "cadging", or begging, for rewards.

From BBC • Jan. 13, 2024

He has a prot�g� in the constabulary who learned through police channels all that she will allow to be known of her life.

From A Speckled Bird by Wilson, Augusta J. Evans




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