Example Sentences

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As a result, the judge quashed the chief electoral officer’s decision to start the sovereignty-referendum process.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 13, 2026

After Babb said that he had had no choice but to seize Gamble, Gespass pulled up the officer’s body-camera footage from that day and played it for the audience.

From Slate • May 4, 2026

A Chinese police officer's shirt hangs in one corner.

From BBC • Apr. 6, 2026

Velasquez said he later saw the kitten clinging to the officer’s pants.

From Salon • Mar. 24, 2026

“Um...the officer’s father has a television interview that’s airing tonight.”

From "The Hate U Give" by Angie Thomas