police station
Americannoun
noun
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Etymology
Origin of police station
First recorded in 1840–50
Example Sentences
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"They are still in the police station undergoing questioning in the presence of their parents because they are minors," she said.
From Barron's • Jun. 22, 2026
Madeline Miller, 34, a paralegal at a law office, said she greets the vultures near the police station every morning as she comes into work.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 16, 2026
A crowd initially took part in a demonstration at the city centre police station on 2 June before gathering near the family home of Digwa.
From BBC • Jun. 12, 2026
“You’re bleeding all over my counter,” one gripes when Miao races to a police station to report the crime.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 11, 2026
They went into the police station, which was now full of North Korean soldiers.
From "Finding Junie Kim" by Ellen Oh
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