bomb squad

American  

noun

1. a squad or force of police officers or others trained to disarm bombs and other explosive devices.

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Example Sentences

The force urged people to stay away from the beach, with a cordon in place while police and the bomb squad check the area.

From BBC • Apr. 8, 2026

Sheriff Department officials did not respond to questions regarding whether Lemus had formal training for the bomb squad.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 25, 2026

A police bomb squad cleared the vehicle and declared the scene safe, said a spokesperson for the US Secret Service, which handles presidential security.

From Barron's • Mar. 11, 2026

Meanwhile, near the same intersection, members of a police bomb squad unit were investigating an item left outside a business.

From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 13, 2025

The bomb squad was called again when Turtle ran after her partner through the lobby shouting "Mrs. BAUM-bach, Mrs. BAUM-bach!"

From "The Westing Game" by Ellen Raskin