Vickers
Americannoun
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The HV measurement refers to Vickers hardness, a test that evaluates how strongly a material resists being indented by a hard tip.
From Science Daily ● Aug. 4, 2026
“The Riverside Sheriff’s Office takes each use of force very seriously and makes every effort to de-escalate these situations whenever possible,” Vickers said.
From Los Angeles Times ● May 15, 2026
Deirdre Vickers, Riverside County sheriff’s spokesperson, said at the time.
From Los Angeles Times ● May 7, 2026
It was found that Mr Vickers actions had been dishonest, deliberate, and had the potential to damage police confidence.
From BBC ● Jan. 2, 2026
Vickers Park was definitely different than her community park back home.
From "The Parker Inheritance" by Varian Johnson
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