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upon

preposition as in at the time of

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The push to militarize local law enforcement operations has been an ongoing fixation for the president, who on Saturday used war imagery and a reference to the movie “Apocalypse Now” to suggest that the newly rebranded Department of War could descend upon the Democrat-run city.

The Fourth Amendment permits law enforcement to search or seize individuals only upon “reasonable suspicion” that they have committed a crime.

From Slate

It starts with Scott, the $72 million offseason signing who was supposed to cement the backend of the unit — not require an explanation from team broadcasters upon entering games in key situations.

This will be done against the knowledge that any error will be seized upon and judgement will be instant and unforgiving.

From BBC

It was frowned upon courting attention at Everton.

From BBC

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