Law Enforcement Terminology

noun official permission or approval

• The authorities have been notified about the ongoing situation.
• The authorities are handling it, so we don't need to worry.
• Don't mess with the authorities, they mean business.
• The authorities are like the guardians of our society, always watching over us.

noun a disrespectful or defiant reply or response

verb to speak rudely or defiantly in reply

• The teacher reprimanded the student for their disrespectful back talk.
• Don't give me any back talk, just do as you're told.
• Quit the back talk and just listen up, okay?
• His constant back talk was like a barrier to effective communication.

noun a distinctive emblem or token worn as a sign of office, membership, achievement, or authority

• The police officer proudly displayed his badge as he approached the scene.
• I got a cool new badge for completing all the levels in the game.
• Check out my new badge - I earned it for being the best dancer at the club.
• She wore her resilience like a badge of honor, despite facing many challenges in life.

noun a rod or staff as a symbol of authority

• The police officer used a baton to control the crowd during the protest.
• I always keep a baton in my car in case of emergencies.
• He's so good at baton twirling, it's like he was born with one in his hand.
• The CEO passed the baton to his successor, signaling a new era for the company.

noun a book in which transactions or events are recorded, especially brief daily records or reports

• The police officer recorded the details of the crime on the blotter.
• I spilled coffee on the blotter at work, oops!
• The blotter is where we keep track of all the gossip in the office.
• His memory was like a blotter, soaking up every detail of the crime scene.

noun a nickname or informal term for a police officer or constable

• Bobby is a diligent employee who always completes his tasks on time.
• I heard Bobby is throwing a party next weekend, are you going?
• Bobby is a cool dude, we should hang out with him more often.
• Bobby's words were like a soothing balm to her troubled soul.

noun abundance or plenty

• The pirate ship set sail in search of the bounty hidden on a remote island.
• I heard there's a big bounty up for grabs for whoever can catch that fugitive.
• Yo, did you hear about the bounty on that rare Pokemon? It's crazy high!
• His kindness towards others brought him a bounty of love and friendship.

noun A sudden or forceful entry into a place

verb To enter suddenly or forcefully, often without permission

• The police had to bust in the door to apprehend the suspect.
• I saw the delivery guy bust in with my pizza just in time for the party.
• I can't believe you just busted in on our conversation like that!
• The news of the scandal was like a bombshell that busted in on their peaceful lives.

noun a failure or collapse

verb to catch someone in the act of doing something wrong

• The police conducted a raid and managed to bust the illegal gambling operation.
• I heard the cops are going to bust the party tonight.
• I can't believe you got busted for sneaking into the concert!
• She worked so hard to build her business, only to see it all go bust in the end.

noun the leader or head of a group or organization

adjective most important or prominent

• The chief executive officer is responsible for making major decisions within the company.
• The chief of police is cracking down on speeding in our neighborhood.
• I heard the chief is throwing a party at his place this weekend.
• She is the chief architect of the new project, leading the team with innovative ideas.

verb to take strong action to prevent or limit something

adverb in a strict or forceful manner

• The government is planning to clamp down on tax evasion by implementing stricter regulations.
• The school is going to clamp down on students skipping classes.
• The boss said he's going to clamp down on employees slacking off at work.
• It's time for us to clamp down on our spending and start saving more money.

noun A commanding officer, especially in the military or a police force

• The commandant of the military base oversaw all operations with precision and authority.
• The commandant is hosting a meeting for all the soldiers tomorrow.
• The commandant is a real hard-ass when it comes to following orders.
• As the commandant of the household, she made sure everything ran smoothly and efficiently.

noun A police officer of the lowest rank, especially in a town or rural area.

• The constable was responsible for maintaining law and order in the village.
• The constable was patrolling the streets last night.
• The constable busted the party before it even started.
• The constable of truth and justice always prevails in the end.

noun a body of police officers, especially in a particular district

• The constabulary was praised for their swift response to the crime.
• The local constabulary is always patrolling the neighborhood.
• I heard the constabulary busted a party last night.
• The constabulary of thoughts in his mind kept him from making any rash decisions.

noun goods that are prohibited or restricted by law from being imported or exported

adjective related to or involved in the illegal trade of prohibited goods

• The customs officials seized a large amount of contraband at the border.
• I heard that they found some contraband in his car during the search.
• He always manages to sneak contraband into the prison.
• Her secrets were like contraband, hidden away and forbidden to be shared.

noun a police officer

• The cop arrested the suspect for shoplifting.
• I saw a cop giving out parking tickets on Main Street.
• I heard that cop is always on the lookout for speeders.
• She's always playing the role of the cop in our group, making sure everyone follows the rules.

noun a low-ranking noncommissioned officer in the armed forces

adjective relating to the human body

• The corporal punishment was deemed necessary to maintain discipline in the military.
• The corporal told us to line up in formation for inspection.
• I heard the corporal is really strict, so watch out.
• The corporal of the team is the player who leads by example on and off the field.

noun a person who is highly skilled in shooting or marksmanship

• The crack shot marksman hit the bullseye with every shot.
• I heard John is a real crack shot when it comes to shooting cans off fences.
• That dude is a total crack shot with a rifle, he never misses.
• She's a crack shot when it comes to solving puzzles, she always finds the answer quickly.

noun a strict or sudden enforcement of rules or laws

verb to take strong action to stop a particular type of behavior

• The government has decided to crack down on tax evasion in order to increase revenue.
• The school principal is cracking down on students who break the dress code.
• The boss is really cracking down on employees who are always late to work.
• It's time for us to crack down on our bad habits and start living a healthier lifestyle.

verb to appoint or authorize someone as a deputy or substitute

• The manager decided to deputize the assistant supervisor while she was away on vacation.
• I heard they're going to deputize Tom to take charge of the project next week.
• They asked me to deputize for Sarah at the meeting tomorrow.
• In times of crisis, leaders must deputize others to help carry out important tasks.

noun a person appointed to act as a substitute for another, typically in a specific role or office

• The deputy mayor presided over the city council meeting in the absence of the mayor.
• The deputy sheriff is in charge while the sheriff is on vacation.
• I heard the deputy is the one who calls the shots around here.
• She is like the deputy of the group, always stepping up to take charge when needed.

noun a system or network for apprehending criminals or suspects

• The police set up a dragnet to catch the thief.
• The cops are using a dragnet to find the suspect.
• The authorities have cast a dragnet to nab the criminal.
• The company's marketing campaign was like a dragnet, capturing the attention of potential customers.

noun the act of enforcing; enforcement

verb to compel observance of or obedience to

• It is the duty of the police to enforce the law.
• The teacher enforces the rules in the classroom.
• The bouncer enforces the dress code at the club.
• The company enforces strict deadlines for project completion.

noun Federal Bureau of Investigation, a government agency responsible for investigating federal crimes and enforcing laws

• The FBI is conducting an investigation into the cyber attack.
• I heard the FBI is looking into the case.
• The FBI is on the case, so watch out.
• She felt like the FBI was always watching her every move.

adjective able to be enforced or carried out by force

• The police used forcible entry to gain access to the building.
• He had to use some forcible persuasion to get his point across.
• The bouncer used some pretty forcible moves to kick out the troublemakers.
• Her words were like a forcible slap in the face, waking him up to the reality of the situation.

noun a search of a person's clothing or belongings for something concealed, especially a weapon

verb to search a person's clothing or belongings for something concealed, especially a weapon

• The security guard conducted a frisk on all visitors before allowing them into the building.
• The police officer asked to frisk me before entering the concert venue.
• I saw the bouncer frisking people at the club entrance last night.
• She felt like her privacy was being frisked when her personal belongings were searched at the airport.

noun A slang term for a government agent, particularly an FBI agent

• The G man was tasked with investigating the financial fraud case.
• I heard the G man is coming to check out the situation.
• The G man is always on top of things, you can count on him.
• He's like a G man, always watching and knowing everything that's going on.

noun a person employed to protect wildlife and enforce hunting and fishing laws

• The game warden patrolled the national park to ensure compliance with hunting regulations.
• The game warden caught a group of poachers in the act.
• The game warden busted some guys for illegal hunting.
• She was like a game warden, always keeping a watchful eye on her siblings' activities.

noun a place of confinement, especially for prisoners

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• The criminal was sentenced to ten years in gaol for his crimes.
• They caught the thief and threw him in gaol for the night.
• I heard he spent some time in the gaol for getting into a bar fight.
• Her guilt felt like a heavy weight, as if she were imprisoned in a mental gaol.

noun a French police officer

• The gendarme patrolled the streets diligently, ensuring the safety of the citizens.
• I saw a gendarme directing traffic at the intersection earlier.
• The gendarme busted the party for noise complaints last night.
• She acted like a gendarme, constantly monitoring everyone's actions and behaviors.

noun a pair of lockable linked metal rings for securing the wrists of a prisoner, often handcuffs

verb to put handcuffs on someone

• The police officer used handcuffs to restrain the suspect.
• I can't believe they handcuffed him for such a minor offense.
• The cops slapped the cuffs on him and dragged him away.
• Debt can be like a handcuff, restricting your financial freedom.

noun a quality or state of being harsh; severity or strictness

adjective harsh

• The harshness of the punishment was meant to deter future crimes.
• I couldn't believe the harshness of her criticism towards him.
• The teacher's harshness towards us is totally uncalled for.
• The harshness of winter seemed to never end, with snow piling up higher and higher.

noun a type of dog, typically used for hunting or tracking

verb to pursue relentlessly or harass persistently

• The hound is a breed of dog known for its keen sense of smell.
• My neighbor's hound always barks loudly at night.
• I heard that new movie is a real hound, we should go see it.
• The detective hounded the suspect until he finally confessed.

verb to seize and take legal custody of something, typically by a government authority

• The police had to impound the vehicle after discovering it was stolen.
• They impounded my car because I parked in a no parking zone.
• The authorities impounded his wheels for street racing.
• The memories of her childhood were impounded in her mind, never to be forgotten.

noun a person who inspects or examines something, typically for quality control or safety purposes

• The inspector conducted a thorough investigation of the crime scene.
• The inspector checked out the situation and didn't find anything suspicious.
• The inspector snooped around and didn't see anything fishy.
• The inspector peeled back the layers of deceit to uncover the truth.

noun A person who is in charge of a jail or a prison, responsible for the custody and supervision of prisoners.

• The jailer escorted the prisoner back to his cell.
• The jailer told the inmate to quiet down or face consequences.
• The jailer gave the troublemaker a warning to behave.
• The restrictions felt like a jailer holding me back from reaching my goals.

verb to cross a street without using a designated crosswalk or intersection, typically illegally

• Jaywalking is illegal and can result in a fine.
• I saw a lot of people jaywalk on my way to work today.
• Don't be a jaywalker, you could get hit by a car!
• Sometimes it feels like we are jaywalking through life without a clear direction.

noun a word that represents a person, place, thing, or idea

verb a word that expresses an action, occurrence, or state of being

article a word that specifies a noun as definite or indefinite (e.g., the, a, an)

• It is important for the police force to keep the peace in the community.
• Let's all try to keep the peace and avoid any arguments.
• Hey man, just chill out and keep the peace, okay?
• The diplomat's role is to keep the peace between conflicting nations.

noun A rank of officer in the army, navy, or air force, below captain and above second lieutenant.

• The lieutenant led the troops into battle with precision and strategy.
• Hey, did you hear that Lieutenant Smith got promoted?
• That new lieutenant is pretty chill, I heard.
• She was like the lieutenant of the group, always taking charge and leading the way.

noun the act of locking something up

• The suspect was placed in lockup until his court hearing.
• I heard they threw him in lockup for the night.
• They're gonna toss him in the lockup for a while.
• Her emotions were locked up tight, hidden from everyone.

noun a metal band, chain, or shackle for fastening someone's hands or ankles

verb to confine or restrain someone

• The police officer placed a manacle on the suspect's wrist before escorting him to the car.
• I can't believe they actually put a manacle on him like he's a criminal or something.
• They slapped a manacle on him and dragged him away like he was some kind of thug.
• The manacle of debt weighed heavily on his mind, restricting his freedom to make choices.

noun an officer of the court in some judicial systems, such as the United States, who is responsible for executing the judgments of a court

verb to arrange or assemble in order

• The marshal oversaw the execution of the search warrant.
• The marshal is in charge of keeping order in the courtroom.
• The marshal busted the party for noise complaints.
• She had to marshal all her resources to complete the project on time.

adjective doubtful or suspicious of someone or something

• The new employee was mistrustful of her colleagues until she got to know them better.
• She's always been a bit mistrustful of strangers, but she warms up quickly once she gets to know them.
• I don't blame you for being mistrustful of that guy, he gives off a weird vibe.
• Her heart had been broken so many times that she had become mistrustful of love itself.

noun A person who is a member of a police force and rides a horse while on duty

• The mounted policeman patrolled the park on horseback.
• Did you see the mounted policeman riding through town?
• The mounted cop on the horse looked pretty cool.
• The mounted policeman was like a knight in shining armor, protecting the city.

noun a colloquial term for members of the Royal Canadian Mounted Police

• The Mounties are a federal law enforcement agency in Canada.
• The Mounties always get their man.
• I saw the Mounties patrolling the streets last night.
• The Mounties are like the knights in shining armor of Canada.

noun a slang term for a narcotics officer or detective

• The detective was able to track down the narc who had been leaking confidential information.
• I heard that the narc at work has been monitoring everyone's internet usage.
• Watch out for that narc, they'll report you for the smallest things.
• His constant need to control others made him the narc of the group.

noun a period of time when one is not required to work

adjective not working or on duty

• The police officer was off duty when the incident occurred.
• I'm off duty today, so let's hang out and relax.
• I can't wait to be off duty so I can chill with my friends.
• After a long day at work, I feel like I'm finally off duty when I get home.

noun A person who holds a position of authority, especially in the armed forces or a police department.

• The police officer conducted a thorough investigation at the crime scene.
• The officer asked me a few questions before letting me go.
• The cop busted the party and shut it down.
• The officer of the law upheld justice in the community.

adjective describing the state of being engaged in work or official responsibilities

preposition indicating the location or position of being engaged in work or official responsibilities

• The police officer is on duty tonight patrolling the streets.
• I saw the security guard on duty at the mall yesterday.
• My friend who's a nurse is on duty at the hospital today.
• As a parent, you are always on duty when it comes to taking care of your children.

noun a group of people, vehicles, or ships that work together to guard or patrol an area

verb to keep watch over an area by regularly walking or traveling around it

• The security team conducted a patrol around the perimeter of the building.
• The cops are out on patrol tonight.
• I saw the neighborhood watch doing their patrol thing.
• Her thoughts were on constant patrol, always vigilant for any signs of trouble.

noun a police officer who patrols a specific area or jurisdiction

• The patrolman diligently patrolled the streets to ensure the safety of the neighborhood.
• The patrolman cruised around the block to keep an eye on things.
• The patrolman was out there doing his rounds like a boss.
• The patrolman was like a guardian angel, watching over the city streets.

noun A term used to refer to a law enforcement officer

• The peace officer ensured that all traffic laws were being followed.
• The peace officer helped direct traffic during the parade.
• The peace officer busted the party for noise complaints.
• She was a peace officer in the office, always mediating conflicts.

noun a domesticated mammal with a stout body, short legs, and a snout used for digging

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• The farmer raised a pig on his farm for several months before selling it at market.
• I can't believe how big that pig is getting, it's huge!
• I heard Tommy's new car is a real pig, always breaking down.
• She's such a pig when it comes to eating, she can finish a whole pizza by herself.

noun A person who is a member of a police force and is responsible for enforcing the law and maintaining public order.

• The police officer conducted a thorough investigation at the crime scene.
• I saw the police officer giving out parking tickets on Main Street.
• The police officer busted the party and shut it down.
• She acted like a police officer, enforcing the rules and keeping everyone in line.

noun a civil force of officers responsible for the prevention and detection of crime and the maintenance of public order

• The police are conducting a thorough investigation into the robbery.
• I saw the police car speeding down the street with its sirens blaring.
• I don't trust the cops, they always seem to be up to something shady.
• The police of the internet, also known as moderators, are responsible for maintaining order in online communities.

noun A person who is a member of a police force, especially a male officer

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• The policeman patrolled the streets to ensure public safety.
• I saw a policeman directing traffic at the intersection.
• The policeman busted the party for noise complaints.
• She felt like a policeman, constantly monitoring her children's activities.

noun a group of people who have a common purpose or goal, especially a group of armed individuals

• The posse of investors gathered to discuss the new business opportunity.
• Hey, you coming to hang out with the posse later?
• I heard his posse is throwing a party this weekend.
• Her close friends formed a protective posse around her during the difficult times.

noun the surrounding region, territory, or district

• The police precinct is located in the downtown area.
• Let's meet at the precinct before heading out.
• I heard there's a cool spot near the precinct to grab a bite.
• In the precinct of academia, he was considered a leading expert.

noun the surrounding region or area

• The police officers patrolled the precincts to ensure safety and security.
• Let's hang out in the precincts downtown, it's always lively there.
• I heard there's a cool party happening in the precincts tonight.
• Within the precincts of her mind, she found solace and peace.

verb to suppress or put an end to something, usually by force

• The authorities quelled the protest before it turned violent.
• The teacher quelled the students' chatter with a stern look.
• The security guard quelled the commotion at the club last night.
• His soothing words quelled her fears and doubts.

noun a person who works for the government in the collection of revenue, especially taxes

• The revenuer conducted a thorough investigation into the company's financial records.
• I heard the revenuer is going to audit our taxes next week.
• Watch out for the revenuer, they're cracking down on tax evasion.
• The revenuer of truth will always uncover the hidden lies.

noun a barrier or obstacle set up to block or obstruct a road or passage

• The construction work on the highway caused a roadblock for commuters.
• There was a huge roadblock on the way to the concert because of an accident.
• I can't believe we hit a roadblock with our plans to go camping this weekend.
• Lack of funding has become a roadblock in our efforts to expand the business.

noun a slang term for a military sergeant

• The sarge ordered his troops to stand at attention.
• Hey sarge, what's the plan for today?
• Sarge said we need to hustle if we want to finish on time.
• She's the sarge of the household, always keeping everyone in line.

noun a person who flouts the law, especially by failing to comply with a law that is difficult to enforce effectively

• The city council passed a new ordinance to crack down on scofflaws who ignore parking regulations.
• Don't be a scofflaw and park in the no parking zone.
• The scofflaw got caught speeding on the highway.
• He was known as the office scofflaw for always bending the rules.

noun Scotland Yard - the headquarters of the London Metropolitan Police Force, located in London, England

• Scotland Yard is the headquarters of the Metropolitan Police Service in London.
• I heard that Scotland Yard is where all the detectives work in London.
• The cops at Scotland Yard are on the case.
• Her investigative skills were like those of a detective from Scotland Yard.

noun Another noun entry for 'agency', which is an organization or department with a specific purpose or function.

adjective An adjective is a word that describes or modifies a noun. In this case, 'secret' is an adjective that describes the type of police, indicating that they operate in secrecy.

• The secret police were responsible for monitoring and suppressing dissent within the country.
• I heard the secret police are cracking down on protesters in the city.
• Watch out, the secret police might come knocking on your door if you speak out against the government.
• Her anxiety felt like being constantly surveilled by a secret police force.

noun a government agency responsible for the protection of a country's leaders and the investigation of espionage, sabotage, and other threats to national security

• The secret service is responsible for protecting the President of the United States.
• I heard the secret service is always on high alert.
• The secret service guys are like ninjas, always watching.
• In a way, our immune system can be seen as the body's secret service, protecting us from harmful invaders.

noun A noncommissioned military officer ranking above a corporal

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• The sergeant briefed the troops on the upcoming mission.
• Hey, have you met the new sergeant yet?
• The sergeant is a real hard-ass, watch out for him.
• She was like a sergeant in the way she managed her team with strict discipline.

noun a thorough search for hidden items or illegal activities

verb to search thoroughly or to extort money from someone

• The police conducted a thorough shake down of the suspect's belongings.
• I heard the security guards are planning a shake down of the lockers tomorrow.
• The gang members tried to shake down the shop owner for protection money.
• The unexpected news shook down the entire community.

noun A law enforcement officer in charge of a sheriff's department

• The sheriff was responsible for maintaining law and order in the county.
• The sheriff busted the party last night.
• The sheriff is known as the 'big cheese' around here.
• The sheriff of the town's gossip is always up to date.

noun a place where someone keeps watch or observes a location secretly

verb to watch or observe a location secretly, typically for investigative purposes

• The detective decided to stake out the suspect's house in order to gather more information.
• Let's stake out the new restaurant before we decide to eat there.
• We should totally stake out the party tonight to see who shows up.
• She felt like she was staking out her territory in the competitive industry.

noun a movement made by lifting one foot and putting it down in a different place

verb move to one side; to move out of the way

• Please step aside to allow other passengers to board the train.
• Hey, can you step aside so I can get through?
• Move, dude, step aside!
• Sometimes we need to step aside from our own problems to see the bigger picture.

noun a person who provides information to the police or other authorities, often in exchange for special treatment or immunity

• The police used a stool pigeon to gather information about the criminal organization.
• I heard that Tommy is a stool pigeon for the boss, always telling him what we're up to.
• Don't trust Joey, he's a stool pigeon and will rat you out in a heartbeat.
• In the world of politics, it's common for politicians to use stool pigeons to leak information to the press.

verb a word used to describe an action, state, or occurrence; in this case, 'stopped' is the past tense of the verb 'stop'

• The train stopped at the station right on time.
• I stopped by the store to pick up some groceries.
• I was so tired, I just stopped dead in my tracks.
• Her heart stopped when she saw the surprise party waiting for her.

noun the act of subduing or the state of being subdued

adjective relating to the act of subduing

• The police used subdual techniques to apprehend the suspect without causing harm.
• The security guard quickly performed a subdual move to stop the fight.
• The bouncer used some serious subdual skills to break up the bar fight.
• Her subdual of the opponent's arguments during the debate was impressive.

noun a sharp blow or hit

verb to hit or strike with a sharp blow

• The police officer used a swat team to apprehend the suspect.
• I saw a swat team outside the building.
• The swat team busted in and took down the criminals.
• She swatted away the negative thoughts like a fly.

noun a slang term referring to the highest-ranking officials in an organization or group

• The top brass of the company gathered for a meeting to discuss the quarterly results.
• The top brass are planning a team building retreat next month.
• The top brass always get to make the big decisions around here.
• The top brass of the military are the ones calling the shots in times of crisis.

noun A person responsible for the supervision of a particular place or group of people, such as a prison warden or a park warden.

• The warden of the prison ensured that all rules and regulations were strictly followed.
• The warden at the park told us to keep our dogs on a leash.
• The warden at the school is always giving out detentions.
• She was the warden of her own emotions, keeping them in check at all times.

noun a military officer who holds a commission and authority over a particular area or function

• The warrant officer was responsible for overseeing the maintenance of military equipment.
• My cousin just got promoted to warrant officer in the army.
• I heard that warrant officer is a pretty sweet gig in the navy.
• In the corporate world, the CEO is like the warrant officer of the company.

adjective able to be policed or regulated

• The new regulations aim to make the city's noise levels more policeable.
• It's hard to believe that this party is policeable, it's so loud!
• I don't think this situation is policeable, it's just too chaotic.
• The company's financial records were so messy, they were practically unpoliceable.

noun the act of restraining someone by fastening their hands together with handcuffs

verb restraining someone by fastening their hands together with handcuffs

• The police officer was trained in proper handcuffing techniques.
• I heard they caught the suspect by handcuffing him behind his back.
• The security guard was quick with the handcuffing when the troublemaker started causing a scene.
• The strict rules felt like handcuffing my creativity.

noun a document or receipt issued by a police officer for a traffic violation or other offense

• The traffic police issued a challan to the driver for violating the speed limit.
• I got a challan for parking in a no-parking zone.
• I can't believe I got slapped with a challan for not wearing a helmet.
• Receiving a challan for littering made me realize the importance of keeping our environment clean.

adjective able to be arrested

• The suspect's actions were deemed arrestable by the authorities.
• If you keep speeding, you're going to do something arrestable.
• Don't do anything arrestable or you'll end up in jail.
• His reckless behavior was arrestable in the eyes of the law.

noun Violence Against Women (VAW) refers to any act of gender-based violence that results in physical, sexual, or psychological harm or suffering to women.

• Violence against women (VAW) is a serious human rights violation that must be addressed by society.
• VAW is never okay and should never be tolerated.
• Any guy who commits VAW is a total loser.
• VAW is like a dark cloud hanging over our society, affecting everyone in its path.

noun a word that represents a person, place, thing, or idea

• Individuals who pose a security threat may be placed on the no fly list, preventing them from boarding commercial flights.
• I heard that John got put on the no fly list for causing a disturbance at the airport.
• If you keep acting up, you're gonna end up on the no fly list and won't be able to travel anywhere.
• Being on the no fly list in the fashion industry means you're not invited to exclusive events or shows.

noun a slang term for a jail or prison

• The suspect was taken to the hoosegow to await trial.
• I heard they finally caught the guy and threw him in the hoosegow.
• He spent the night in the hoosegow after getting into a bar fight.
• Being stuck in traffic felt like being in a hoosegow with no way out.

noun a person who is under suspicion or investigation

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• The police are currently investigating a person of interest in connection to the robbery.
• They're looking into that guy as a person of interest for the crime.
• The cops have their eye on that dude as a person of interest.
• She was like a person of interest in the group, always drawing attention.

noun A person who is responsible for ensuring the safety and security of a particular place or individual

• The protection officer was tasked with ensuring the safety and security of the high-profile individual.
• The protection officer always has to keep an eye out for any potential threats.
• Yo, did you see that protection officer in action? He's like a ninja!
• In a way, our immune system can be seen as the body's protection officer, defending against harmful invaders.

noun a noun is a word that represents a person, place, thing, or idea. In this case, 'impoundment lot' is a noun that refers to a location where vehicles are stored after being impounded by authorities.

• The police department has a designated impoundment lot for vehicles that have been towed.
• My friend's car got towed and now it's sitting in the impoundment lot.
• I hope I don't end up with my car in the impoundment lot again.
• Her emotions were like cars in an impoundment lot, locked away and out of reach.

noun a word that represents a person, place, thing, or idea

verb a word that expresses an action, occurrence, or state of being

adverb a word or phrase that modifies or qualifies an adjective, verb, or other adverb

pronoun a word that can function by itself as a noun phrase and that refers either to the participants in the discourse or to someone or something mentioned elsewhere in the discourse

preposition a word governing, and usually preceding, a noun or pronoun and expressing a relation to another word or element in the clause

• The police had to break it up when the protest turned violent.
• Hey guys, break it up! You're being too loud.
• I had to tell them to break it up because they were causing a scene.
• Sometimes you need to take a step back and break it up before things escalate.

noun a wrestling move or technique in which one person brings another to the ground typically by grabbing hold of their legs or torso

adjective used to describe something that is designed to bring someone or something down or defeat them

• The police executed a successful takedown of the criminal organization.
• Did you see that epic takedown in the wrestling match last night?
• I heard he got into a takedown with his ex-girlfriend at the party.
• The CEO's decision to cut costs was a takedown of the company's bloated expenses.

verb a word used to express an action, state, or occurrence

pronoun a word that can function by itself as a noun phrase and that refers either to the participants in the discourse or to someone or something mentioned elsewhere in the discourse

preposition a word governing, and usually preceding, a noun or pronoun and expressing a relation to another word or element in the clause

• It is important to always be on one's guard when dealing with unfamiliar individuals.
• Hey, you better be on your guard around that guy, he seems a bit shady.
• Dude, you gotta be on your guard with her, she's always up to something.
• In the game of politics, one must always be on their guard to avoid being taken advantage of.

noun a government agent, especially a FBI agent

• The G-man was a key witness in the federal investigation.
• I heard the G-man is testifying in court next week.
• The G-man busted the criminal ring wide open.
• He's like a G-man, always watching and gathering information.

noun a negative hit or attack

verb to make a negative hit or attack

• The forensic team confirmed a negative hit on the DNA sample taken from the crime scene.
• The test results came back as a neg hit, so we can rule out that suspect.
• Looks like we got a neg hit on that search query, try a different keyword.
• Her comment was a real neg hit to his confidence, he felt deflated afterwards.

noun a citation issued by a law enforcement officer for a violation of traffic laws

• The driver received a traffic ticket for speeding on the highway.
• I got a traffic ticket for running a red light.
• I can't believe I got slapped with a traffic ticket for texting while driving.
• Ignoring your responsibilities is like getting a traffic ticket from life.

verb to approach and address (someone) boldly or aggressively

• The journalist was accosting the politician with tough questions during the press conference.
• I saw a man accosting people for money on the street corner.
• The guy kept accosting me at the bar, asking for a drink.
• The dark clouds were accosting the peaceful sky, signaling an impending storm.