police force
Americannoun
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Etymology
Origin of police force
First recorded in 1830–40
Example Sentences
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Prosecutors began Monday by calling their first witness, a police officer who was part of the university police force and assigned to cover the event on the day of the shooting.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jul. 6, 2026
According to Rowley, a Palantir pilot had helped the UK's biggest police force consolidate its data.
From Barron's • Jun. 24, 2026
Hattersley also disbanded the B Specials, the controversial reserve police force, replacing it with the Ulster Defence Regiment.
From BBC • Jun. 14, 2026
If Scotland ever does become independent, the Scottish police force has shown itself willing to go after anyone, no matter who they are married to.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 12, 2026
Like bands, tribes lack a bureaucracy, police force, and taxes.
From "Guns, Germs, and Steel: The Fates of Human Societies" by Jared M. Diamond
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