sheriff

Example Sentences

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County sheriff but faces seven challengers, including predecessor Alex Villanueva, whom he defeated in 2022.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 1, 2026

"The renewal and change is good, and I think we are going to see a new sheriff in town," said Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent on Friday.

From Barron's • Jun. 1, 2026

The agency highlighted a project called summary case management, which is reducing the number of trials heard by judges in sheriff courts.

From BBC • May 28, 2026

Move over Martha Stewart, there’s a new sheriff in town!

From Salon • May 22, 2026

The sheriff edged his way closer to Mama and sat across from her.

From "Root Magic" by Eden Royce