police force
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of police force
First recorded in 1830–40
Example Sentences
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Intelligence work to trace the men's movements is ongoing and other police forces have checked linked addresses but not found them.
From BBC
A report in the Times said the national Dutch police force was "surprised" by some of the claims attributed to Dutch law enforcement by their British counterparts.
From BBC
Though not internationally recognised, Somaliland has a working political system, government institutions, a police force, and its own currency.
From BBC
With Metro Transit expected to create its own police force, competition for the local pool of recruits will only grow in years to come, he said.
From Los Angeles Times
Somaliland enjoys a strategic position on the Gulf of Aden, and has its own money, passports and police force.
From BBC
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