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police

[puh-lees] / pəˈlis /


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It said a task force involving the police, tourist board and aviation officials would "strengthen oversight and conduct regular audits", as well as to ensure guides and trekking agencies were licensed.

From Barron's • Apr. 7, 2026

Keenan played a similar role in the civil-rights prosecutions of Louisville, Ky., police officers involved in the deadly 2020 raid on Breonna Taylor’s home.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 7, 2026

Thought to have links to Herne Bay, Whitstable, Canterbury, Sittingbourne and Ramsgate, police said the pair might have information which could assist them with their inquiries.

From BBC • Apr. 6, 2026

Grammy winner Lil Nas X is another step closer to potentially resolving his felony police battery case.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 6, 2026

It was the same in the center room of the barracks: half a dozen guards or camp police always present.

From "The Hiding Place" by Corrie ten Boom