military police
Americanplural noun
noun
Other Word Forms
Etymology
Origin of military police
First recorded in 1820–30
Example Sentences
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In nearby La Paz, military police and navy personnel guarded the presidential palace and police tactical units were stationed on main squares.
From Barron's ● Jun. 20, 2026
The decision was controversial because every commanding officer in the British military has a legal obligation to alert military police if they become aware that someone under their command may have committed a war crime.
From BBC ● May 28, 2026
Spain's military police and disaster response teams have both set up large reception tents and access to the waterfront is restricted.
From BBC ● May 9, 2026
A former military police officer and a former advisor to Domingos Brazao are also on trial.
From Barron's ● Feb. 24, 2026
Coach O paced the floor in front of us, the line of other coaches behind him like a troop of military police on watch.
From "Tradition" by Brendan Kiely
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