Garda Síochána
Americannoun
noun
Etymology
Origin of Garda Síochána
C20: from Irish Gaelic garda guard + síochána of the peace, from síocháin peace
Example Sentences
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Motorsport Ireland and An Garda Síochána have started an investigation into the circumstances of the incident.
From BBC • Jun. 21, 2026
"This damage is going to continue unless it ceases or it's stopped by An Garda Síochána and the defence forces," he added.
From BBC • Apr. 9, 2026
Speaking on RTÉ's Morning Ireland programme An Garda Síochána Acting Deputy Commissioner Paul Cleary said the violence was "unacceptable" and there would be a relentless pursuit of those responsible.
From BBC • Oct. 22, 2025
"Kyran's case is subject to An Garda Síochána investigation and we need to understand what went wrong in this situation."
From BBC • Dec. 9, 2024
The Garda Síochána, Ireland's police force, were able to take the suspect into custody after several bystanders—including a Brazilian delivery driver who immigrated to the country—overtook the man, who authorities said acted on his own.
From Salon • Nov. 27, 2023
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