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roving

[roh-ving] / ˈroʊ vɪŋ /




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As a stopgap, the VA brought on a private security firm in June to provide uniformed 24-hour “observe and report” sentry posts and roving patrols.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 26, 2026

In Belfast itself, local communities have gathered en masse to support their immigrant neighbors, whether by hiding them from roving mobs or raising money to repair their homes and businesses.

From Slate • Jun. 15, 2026

In Orlando, there was further evidence that Tuchel has effectively given Kane a roving commission to link, create and score – all tasks he performs superbly.

From BBC • Jun. 11, 2026

The original’s Cylons were the show’s answer to George Lucas’ stormtroopers in “Star Wars,” only shinier, with sinister red lights roving back and forth where their eyes should be.

From Salon • May 5, 2026

It paralyzes me for a moment, but then I continue roving forward.

From "A Rover's Story" by Jasmine Warga




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