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as in policeman
a member of a force charged with law enforcement at the local level
if you are ever lost, find the nearest officer and ask for help
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as in official
a person who holds a public office
an officer of the court
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Recent Examples of officer
Julie Holt Julie Holt serves as the chief nursing officer and vice president at The Christ Hospital, a regional care system comprised of The Christ Hospital and more than 100 outpatient and physician locations in the Greater Cincinnati area.
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Grace Tucker, The Enquirer, 7 Aug. 2025
Peter Gray, chief financial officer for the Joe Vicari Restaurant Group, which includes Andiamo Detroit Riverfront, told the Detroit Free Press that the tax laws surrounding tips and tip credits are still very new, and the rules and regulations are still developing.
—Susan Tompor, Freep.com, 7 Aug. 2025
Currently, only cities that have opted into civil service rules for officers – Austin, Houston and San Antonio among them – can keep a G file.
—Austin Sanders, Austin American Statesman, 26 July 2025
Many fishers have lost their livelihoods overnight, with about a third of the state waters completely devoid of fish, according to Pat Tripodi, the executive officer of the Marine Fishers Association, which represents the interests of most commercial fishing license holders in the state.
—Lex Harvey, CNN Money, 26 July 2025
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Grace Tucker, The Enquirer, 7 Aug. 2025
Peter Gray, chief financial officer for the Joe Vicari Restaurant Group, which includes Andiamo Detroit Riverfront, told the Detroit Free Press that the tax laws surrounding tips and tip credits are still very new, and the rules and regulations are still developing.
—Susan Tompor, Freep.com, 7 Aug. 2025
Currently, only cities that have opted into civil service rules for officers – Austin, Houston and San Antonio among them – can keep a G file.
—Austin Sanders, Austin American Statesman, 26 July 2025
Many fishers have lost their livelihoods overnight, with about a third of the state waters completely devoid of fish, according to Pat Tripodi, the executive officer of the Marine Fishers Association, which represents the interests of most commercial fishing license holders in the state.
—Lex Harvey, CNN Money, 26 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for officer
Noun
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Faith recalls Lucy talking about how her father, a policeman, would come for her one day, and arrest the Gibbs, who severely mistreated their various wards.—
Andy Crump,
Time,
20 July 2025
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The video then shows the driver of the Explorer stepping out of the car and walking toward the policeman's vehicle.—
Ryan Murphy,
IndyStar,
2 July 2025
Noun
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According to Thompson, Saint Charles County officials contacted the state highway patrol earlier that morning regarding a helicopter that had crashed over the Mississippi River.—
Ingrid Vasquez,
People.com,
8 Aug. 2025
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Local officials fear losing vital funding for essential services like healthcare, infrastructure, and airport improvements.—
Alison Dirr,
jsonline.com,
7 Aug. 2025
Noun
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The woman with Wednesday escapes, but Tyler picks Wednesday up and throws her through a window as cops arrive on the scene.—
Selome Hailu,
Variety,
7 Aug. 2025
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Clementi was struck with a bullet, but would survive and help cops identify the man wielding the gun.—
Orlando Sentinel,
The Orlando Sentinel,
6 Aug. 2025
Noun
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In order to add cryptocurrency to 401(k) plans, administrators may need to work with regulated custodians, establish distinct index funds related to cryptocurrency, or have crypto and other alternative classes in a managed portfolio.—
Sandy Carter,
Forbes.com,
7 Aug. 2025
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Sara Rosenbaum, professor emerita of health law and policy at George Washington University, said she’s heard from clinic administrators and industry colleagues who have experienced a substantial drop in in-person visits among immigrant patients.—
Kff Health News,
Oc Register,
6 Aug. 2025
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The new historical marker is a project of the Montgomery County Historical Commission with sponsorship from five county precinct constables including Philip Cash, David Eason, Ryan Gable, Rowdy Hayden and Christopher Jones.—
Michael Barnes,
Austin American Statesman,
2 July 2025
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In addition to his time as police chief of Gateway, Hardin served two terms as a constable in Benton County.—
arkansasonline.com,
arkansasonline.com,
10 July 2025
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“Officer.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/officer. Accessed 20 Aug. 2025.
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