police procedural
Americannoun
noun
Etymology
Origin of police procedural
First recorded in 1965–70
Example Sentences
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A police procedural about Dutton family son Kayce Dutton, a character who now works as an investigator, “Marshals” premiered on CBS in March, having been produced by Sheridan but written by someone else.
From MarketWatch • May 5, 2026
Their styles prove surprisingly complementary in this thoughtful and character-rich police procedural.
From The Wall Street Journal • Nov. 14, 2025
It’s a mystery wrapped in a family drama wrapped ina police procedural, tricked out with fantasy element and social issues.
From Los Angeles Times • May 29, 2024
This military police procedural drama, still going strong after a staggering 21 seasons, has never been a favorite of critics.
From New York Times • May 28, 2024
“Robert and Michelle often say it’s like a black, white and gray police procedural with the colorful Elsbeth plopped down in the middle of that,” Preston says.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 4, 2024
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