police action

Example Sentences

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The protest and the police action have made headlines in India.

From BBC • Feb. 12, 2026

The men were both arrested, however Hehir was subsequently released and told he would face no further police action.

From BBC • Jan. 29, 2026

Ms Constance said the government was tackling youth violence through measures including "effective consequences for offences, police action including stop and search, education, diversion and mentoring programmes, and sustained school and community engagement."

From BBC • Dec. 8, 2025

It would require the largest police action in American history, wipe out millions of jobs, cost hundreds of billions of dollars, and destabilize the economy.

From Slate • Oct. 24, 2024

Richard was surprised when he heard the announcement that the federal government had declared a police action to bring the rebels to order.

From "Half of a Yellow Sun" by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie