law and order

Example Sentences

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Sustainable gains on law and order are years away at best, despite the heroism of Harfuch’s Untouchables.

From Barron's • Feb. 24, 2026

On Wednesday, appearing at the White House for a Black History Month reception, the president told us we need law and order.

From Salon • Feb. 20, 2026

They say any detentions have been necessary to maintain law and order.

From BBC • Jan. 10, 2026

Yes, there were U.S. boots on the ground in this operation, but not nearly enough to enforce law and order.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 4, 2026

But Habib had been set on returning, convinced that refugees like Amin and Nilufer would return once the Taliban brought law and order.

From "Shooting Kabul" by N. H. Senzai