Definition of Police

civil government forces tasked with detecting and preventing crime and maintaining public order

Examples of Police in a sentence

The police are often called on to investigate disturbances in residential neighborhoods.  🔊

You can usually recognize a police vehicle by the red and blue lights on the hood.  🔊

The police have the right to arrest citizens for breaking laws.  🔊

Police often wait on the side of roads to stop people from speeding.  🔊

Not everyone likes the police, but they work for the government and are here for our own protection.  🔊

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