an officer of the Republic of Ireland's police force.
Garda, a shortened form of Garda Síochána, the police force of the Republic of Ireland.
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"This is not tolerable and is against the law," the country's national force, known as the Garda, said in a statement.
From Barron's • Apr. 10, 2026
Toward the center of the image, the deep blue waters of Lake Garda are immediately noticeable.
From Science Daily • Feb. 9, 2026
Just east of Lake Garda lies Verona, the city selected to host the Olympic closing ceremony, which will conclude two weeks of competition.
From Science Daily • Feb. 9, 2026
Donna Harper said she had been told by the Justice Minister Jim O'Callaghan that any decision on an inquiry will follow the outcome of the Garda investigation.
From BBC • Jan. 30, 2026
Among the chief of the former are the Lakes of Geneva, Constance, Z�rich, Thun, Brienz, on the north side; on the south Maggiore, Como, Lugano, Garda, &c.
From The New Gresham Encyclopedia. Vol. 1 Part 1 A to Amide by Various
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