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officers

  • plural
    of officer.
    officer
    noun
    a person who holds a position of rank or authority in the army, navy, air force, or any similar organization, especially one who holds a commission.
  • present tense form
    of officer (3rd person singular).
    officer
    noun
    a person who holds a position of rank or authority in the army, navy, air force, or any similar organization, especially one who holds a commission.

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Around 4,000 Irish and US security personnel were expected to be involved in the weekend-long security operation, with armed officers including snipers and anti-drone technology among the measures reportedly deployed.

From Barron's ● Sep. 13, 2026

The department said officers conducted a “high-risk vehicle stop” and detained the two juvenile passengers — a boy and girl.

From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 12, 2026

The California Highway Patrol continues to assist Harris’ security detail, but their officers were not on-site last night, according to CHP Sgt.

From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 12, 2026

The Met Police said officers were working quickly to establish the full circumstances, and there would be an increased police presence in the area.

From BBC ● Sep. 11, 2026

When law enforcement officers asked for more roadblocks and more officers to enforce the blocks, their director denied their request.

From "Mountain of Fire" by Rebecca E. F. Barone