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constabularies

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plural of constabulary

as in police

a body of officers of the law all members of the local constabulary were on the alert for the escaped convict

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Earlier this year, Johnson ordered Chicago police to collect evidence for possible felony charges against agents.

— Andrew Carter, Chicago Tribune, 6 Sep. 2026
Based on the preliminary investigation, police believe the shooting occurred in a patio area and at least one adult was present at the time, Calzada said.

— Lillie Davidson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 6 Sep. 2026

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