patrol

Example Sentences

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"The bird was safely secured and brought to a nearby patrol vehicle, where it appeared to settle in the warmth of the van as the officers completed their patrol."

From BBC • Apr. 6, 2026

Beginning with signals intelligence, and satellite and electronic surveillance of activity in the strait, such a mission would likely include maritime patrol aircraft and drones.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 4, 2026

She is currently off-duty owing to the school holidays, but will be at the crossing as "back-up" on Thursday to support Reg through his last patrol.

From BBC • Apr. 2, 2026

The company, which owned a fleet of Lamborghinis, Porsches and Bentleys, was run by a former officer who aspired to be more than just a patrol cop.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 24, 2026

A Patriot guerrilla force called the Green Boys watched over the area—and at least once ambushed a Hessian patrol.

From "George Washington, Spymaster" by Thomas B. Allen