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police action

 

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Noun police action has 1 sense
  1. police action - a local military action without declaration of war; against violators of international peace and order
    --1 is a kind of
    military action, action

Definitions from the Web

Term: Police Action

Definition:

A police action refers to a specific action or operation performed by the police in order to maintain law and order, uphold regulations, prevent or solve crimes, and ensure public safety.

Part of Speech:

Noun phrase

Senses:

  1. An operation conducted by the police force.
  2. An authorized use of force by the police in a specific situation.

Usages:

Popular Usage:

In popular usage, police action often refers to any action carried out by the police, including routine patrols, traffic stops, investigations, arrests, and community outreach.

Local Usage:

In some local contexts, police action can be used to describe specific incidents or cases where the police have taken necessary measures to control a situation, such as conducting a raid or responding to an emergency.

Sample Sentences:

  1. The police action to capture the armed robber was swift and efficient.
  2. The community commended the police action in organizing a neighborhood watch program.
  3. The police were authorized to use necessary force as a police action to subdue the violent protestors.
  4. In various police actions, the authorities cracked down on illegal drug trafficking.

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