undersheriff
Americannoun
noun
Etymology
Origin of undersheriff
late Middle English word dating back to 1400–50; see origin at under-, sheriff
Example Sentences
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This year the Civilian Oversight Commission heard sworn testimony from both the former sheriff and the former undersheriff during a pair of hearings about the tattooed groups.
From Los Angeles Times ● Mar. 29, 2024
On Wednesday, the undersheriff did not directly address the allegations but said in an emailed statement that she is “certain the truth will be revealed as the investigation moves forward.”
From Los Angeles Times ● Jan. 25, 2024
Seconds later, he displayed a picture of the former undersheriff and, referencing the name of an alleged deputy gang linked to the East Los Angeles station, said: “And that’s a Caveman, isn’t it, sir?”
From Los Angeles Times ● Jan. 14, 2024
Chris Darcy, a retired Las Vegas undersheriff who is now a police practices consultant, said Monday that he has spoken with Pelletier since the fire.
From Seattle Times ● Aug. 15, 2023
Turned out to be Wendle Meier, the undersheriff.
From "In Cold Blood" by Truman Capote
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