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police  police force  constabulary  law  armed police
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The force of policemen and officers WordNet 3.0
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The force of policemen and officers WordNet 3.0 & Open English WordNet
Constabulary may have several definitions: A civil, non-paramilitary force consisting of police officers called constables. Wikipedia
The police are a constituted body of persons empowered by a state, with the aim to enforce the law, to ensure the safety, health, and possessions of citizens, and to prevent crime and civil disorder. Wikipedia
The local law enforcement body Wikipedia Disambiguation
Organizations established to maintain law and order. Wikipedia Disambiguation
A form of police force used in various jurisdictions Wikidata
Branch of the government which is charged with the preservation of public order, the promotion of public health and safety, and the prevention, detection, and punishment of crimes. OmegaWiki
A police force. Wiktionary
A civil force granted the legal authority for law enforcement and maintaining public order. Wiktionary
Any police organization; a constabulary. Wiktionary
Police organization, constabulary. Wiktionary (translation)
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The law came looking for him WordNet 3.0 & Open English WordNet
The police operating in New York City operate under the New York City Police Department, several other city agencies and boards, and several public authorities. Wiktionary
He joined the police force a long time ago, when he lived in Virginia. Wiktionary
Call the police! Wiktionary