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noun
a trained, mobile group of police officers, business executives, labor officials, or the like, capable of performing specialized tasks whenever or wherever sent, often for use in emergencies.
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Origin of flying squad
First recorded in 1925–30
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flying squad
noun
a small group of police, soldiers, etc, ready to move into action quickly
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