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Recent Examples of policing
Editorial, Boston Herald, 19 Apr. 2026
Much of the decline can be attributed to more aggressive policing of eligibility requirements, not financial concerns.
—Las Vegas Review-Journal, Twin Cities, 18 Apr. 2026
While some research has shown that a surge in policing could deter crime, Memphis Police Department data indicates that crime had already been dropping steadily since 2023, hitting a 25-year low before the task force began its operations last fall.
—Wendi C. Thomas, MLK50, 17 Apr. 2026
While some research has shown that a surge in policing could deter crime, Memphis Police Department data indicates that crime had already been dropping steadily since 2023, hitting a 25-year low before the task force began its operations last fall.
—Wendi C. Thomas, ProPublica, 15 Apr. 2026
The couple’s travel is being privately funded, though local media reported some policing costs associated with the visit would be paid by Australian taxpayers, sparking a protest petition signed by more than 45,000 people.
—Reuters, NBC news, 15 Apr. 2026
The tax will ensure owners who don't live in the city or pay city income tax are still contributing to essential services, including policing and parks, Hochul's office said.
—Alexa Herrera, CBS News, 15 Apr. 2026
Community policing advocates praised her effort to answer phone calls and questions at all hours.
—Ishani Desai, Sacbee.com, 14 Apr. 2026
Grant Lancaster covers crime, policing and breaking news for the Arkansas Democrat-Gazette.
—Grant Lancaster, Arkansas Online, 14 Apr. 2026
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Much of the decline can be attributed to more aggressive policing of eligibility requirements, not financial concerns.
—Editorial, Boston Herald, 19 Apr. 2026
Much of the decline can be attributed to more aggressive policing of eligibility requirements, not financial concerns.
—Las Vegas Review-Journal, Twin Cities, 18 Apr. 2026
While some research has shown that a surge in policing could deter crime, Memphis Police Department data indicates that crime had already been dropping steadily since 2023, hitting a 25-year low before the task force began its operations last fall.
—Wendi C. Thomas, MLK50, 17 Apr. 2026
While some research has shown that a surge in policing could deter crime, Memphis Police Department data indicates that crime had already been dropping steadily since 2023, hitting a 25-year low before the task force began its operations last fall.
—Wendi C. Thomas, ProPublica, 15 Apr. 2026
The couple’s travel is being privately funded, though local media reported some policing costs associated with the visit would be paid by Australian taxpayers, sparking a protest petition signed by more than 45,000 people.
—Reuters, NBC news, 15 Apr. 2026
The tax will ensure owners who don't live in the city or pay city income tax are still contributing to essential services, including policing and parks, Hochul's office said.
—Alexa Herrera, CBS News, 15 Apr. 2026
Community policing advocates praised her effort to answer phone calls and questions at all hours.
—Ishani Desai, Sacbee.com, 14 Apr. 2026
Grant Lancaster covers crime, policing and breaking news for the Arkansas Democrat-Gazette.
—Grant Lancaster, Arkansas Online, 14 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for policing
Noun
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Pulse oximeters, glucose monitoring systems, body scales and more are also available.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
18 Apr. 2026
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Potential applications include environmental monitoring, food safety testing, and basic health diagnostics in low-resource settings.—
Neetika Walter,
Interesting Engineering,
17 Apr. 2026
Verb
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The rollbacks included minimum wage requirements for home healthcare workers and people with disabilities, and rules governing exposure to harmful substances and safety procedures at mines.—
Seung Min Kim,
Los Angeles Times,
20 Apr. 2026
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Track and field’s international governing body decided to allow seven Americans — instead of the usual four — to compete at the world championships in Denmark.—
Jennifer McDermott,
Chicago Tribune,
20 Apr. 2026
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Police have released surveillance video and photos, but no suspect has been identified, and no motive has been disclosed.—
Lizzie Lanuza,
StyleCaster,
22 Apr. 2026
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The company is now adapting that platform for military use, responding to rising demand for persistent, low-cost surveillance systems at sea.—
Sujita Sinha,
Interesting Engineering,
22 Apr. 2026
Verb
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The City Council is the latest legislative body to take up the work of regulating social media companies for minors.—
Cayla Bamberger,
New York Daily News,
21 Apr. 2026
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The cotton underside is just insulating enough to work on your bed year-round, while the linen’s airflow lets heat escape for a naturally temperature-regulating combination.—
Caley Sturgill,
Southern Living,
19 Apr. 2026
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Keogh said Hein is not solely to blame for the financial management problems but also said Groveland had outgrown his management style as the city gained over 10,000 residents during Hein’s tenure.—
James Wilkins,
The Orlando Sentinel,
11 Apr. 2026
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Fredericson says that exercise also supports weight management by affecting appetite, increasing calorie burn and helping preserve lean muscle mass, which is essential for maintaining a healthy metabolism.—
Daryl Austin,
USA Today,
11 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Ann-Marie Guglieri, Yale's executive deputy director/chief operating officer of athletics, and Mary Berdo, deputy director of athletics, the second- and third-ranked positions in the department under Chun, purchased a house together in Milford, Connecticut, in June 2018, the deed shows.—
Jackson Thompson,
FOXNews.com,
22 Apr. 2026
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High conversion rate With roughly 15,000 facilities operating nationwide, wastewater treatment represents a massive and constant drain on the American power grid.—
Mrigakshi Dixit,
Interesting Engineering,
22 Apr. 2026
Noun
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County officials declined to answer questions about the grandmother’s account, including whether a social worker documented any such observation.—
Julia Prodis Sulek,
Mercury News,
20 Apr. 2026
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An artist observes carefully, especially things that go unnoticed — and transforms these observations into meaningful expressions.—
Heide Janssen,
Oc Register,
19 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Despite Magic guard Desmond Bane, clearly under the weather, struggling from beyond the arc but still managing to contribute 17 points.—
Mike Bianchi,
The Orlando Sentinel,
20 Apr. 2026
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Vellimalar, a social worker and managing trustee of the company, works with as many as 500 women farmers in the region, explaining government policies, assisting them with loans, and providing farming assistance.—
Kamala Thiagarajan,
NPR,
19 Apr. 2026
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“Policing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/policing. Accessed 25 Apr. 2026.
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