police force
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of police force
First recorded in 1830–40
Example Sentences
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Nine police forces across the UK are considering whether to launch investigations, following the release of more than three million documents in the Epstein files.
From BBC
The government in Mogadishu still considers Somaliland an integral part of Somalia, even though the territory has run its own affairs since 1991, with its own passport, currency, army and police force.
From Barron's
"We recently confirmed collaboration with the four Police and Crime Commissioners and their police forces to strengthen partnerships between police, local authorities, and schools," a spokesperson added.
From BBC
The National Crime Agency is helping UK police forces with those requests.
From BBC
Nine police forces across the UK have confirmed they are assessing whether to launch investigations into Epstein-related allegations.
From BBC
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