Example Sentences

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The match has been designated a "high-risk" clash, with police enforcing special rules such as preventative frisking.

From Barron's • Oct. 21, 2025

“So frisking language might be like, ‘Do you have any needles that might hurt me?’

From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 18, 2023

He described being angry and scared after police showed up that night with guns drawn, frisking and detaining him based on Troyer’s call.

From Seattle Times • Dec. 8, 2022

After a brief verbal frisking — it was weird to have a reporter drop in — the group was friendly and happy to answer questions.

From New York Times • Aug. 5, 2021

The draccus bounded off the bed of coals, looking for all the world like a frisking puppy.

From "The Name of the Wind" by Patrick Rothfuss