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Recent Examples of sheriff
The other woman was knocked to the ground and punched in the head several times, the sheriff's office said.
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Cecilio Padilla, CBS News, 8 June 2026
The sheriff's office's social media post indicated that the deputies involved in the incident will be awarded.
—Alex Nitzberg, FOXNews.com, 8 June 2026
The sheriff’s office did not immediately return a message seeking comment Monday afternoon.
—Seth Klamann, Denver Post, 8 June 2026
Jennings fired at a sheriff’s helicopter overhead from a second-story window.
—Sean Emery, Oc Register, 8 June 2026
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Cecilio Padilla, CBS News, 8 June 2026
The sheriff's office's social media post indicated that the deputies involved in the incident will be awarded.
—Alex Nitzberg, FOXNews.com, 8 June 2026
The sheriff’s office did not immediately return a message seeking comment Monday afternoon.
—Seth Klamann, Denver Post, 8 June 2026
Jennings fired at a sheriff’s helicopter overhead from a second-story window.
—Sean Emery, Oc Register, 8 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for sheriff
Noun
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The cause and origin of the fire are under investigation by the fire marshal's office.—
Matt Cavallo,
CBS News,
8 June 2026
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The state fire marshal’s office said a passerby discovered the blaze after nearby boat occupants heard a smoke alarm go off.—
The Baltimore Sun,
Baltimore Sun,
8 June 2026
Noun
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The driver, identified as Rivas, showed signs of impairment, state police alleged, and fled as troopers checked him out for a potential DWI arrest.—
Dennis Romero,
NBC news,
9 June 2026
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She and three other troopers were charged with manslaughter in connection to the 2024 death of trooper trainee Enrique Delgado-Garcia, who died after being knocked out during a boxing match at the State Police Academy.—
Colleen Cronin,
Boston Herald,
9 June 2026
Noun
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The inspector found a black substance inside the ice machine and under some equipment, meat that was improperly stored and cooked corn without a date marking.—
Harriet Ramos,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
29 May 2026
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An inspector will come to check the plants for pests.—
Don Sweeney,
Sacbee.com,
28 May 2026
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Bucks County detectives analyzed the account data and digital footprints, tracking the email and IP address directly to Tiffany's residence and personal devices, the DA's office said.—
Tom Ignudo,
CBS News,
10 June 2026
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The detectives subsequently obtained an arrest warrant Burnside on the homicide charge.—
Rosalio Ahumada,
Sacbee.com,
10 June 2026
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At Wednesday's news conference, Suffolk County District Attorney Kevin Hayden described the scene investigators encountered.—
Brittany Miller,
FOXNews.com,
7 June 2026
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Residents and festivalgoers were urged to avoid the area and expect a significant law enforcement presence as officers continue their search and investigators work to determine what led to the shooting.—
Anthony Thompson,
USA Today,
7 June 2026
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The patrolman has not been identified.—
Drew Pittock,
USA Today,
3 June 2026
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Billups-Taylor’s LinkedIn page states that his employment in Winfield ended in February 2026, and he is currently employed as a part-time patrolman with the Ogden Dunes Police Department and as a senior investigator with Veracity IIR, a security firm headquartered in Carmel, Indiana.—
Christin Lazerus,
Chicago Tribune,
27 May 2026
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After Mamdani captured the nomination last summer, Lander was reportedly angling to become first deputy mayor—in essence, chief lieutenant—in the new administration.—
Russell Berman,
The Atlantic,
7 June 2026
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The operating team is made up of a lieutenant, a sergeant and two full-time officer pilots, all licensed by the Federal Aviation Administration and required to attend monthly training.—
Walker Armstrong,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
7 June 2026
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Karla Carranza, 46, a 21-year veteran in the department and now a sergeant, said deputies would benefit from fresh leadership that can prioritize the agency’s future.—
Steve Scauzillo,
Daily News,
29 May 2026
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Gannon Ken Van Dyke, the Army sergeant charged with insider trading on the Maduro ouster, has pleaded not guilty.—
Bloomberg,
Mercury News,
28 May 2026
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“Sheriff.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sheriff. Accessed 11 Jun. 2026.
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