as in guards
to walk or go around or through (an area, building, etc.) especially in order to make sure that it is safe
The squad had orders to patrol the area. The border is patrolled by the army.
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Recent Examples of patrols
Malana Vantyler,
USA Today,
24 June 2026
Homicide data from the Illinois State Police, which patrols the city’s expressways, also is not included here.
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Kori Rumore,
Chicago Tribune,
22 June 2026
The defender, a former member of MLS’ Orlando City SC and who now patrols the backline at La Liga club Villarreal in Spain, has rewarded the coach by helping shut down Paraguay a week ago and shutting out Australia here in Seattle.
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David Close,
CNN Money,
20 June 2026
Sam Carpenter, the public information officer for the Missouri State Highway Patrol Troop D, which patrols Table Rock Lake, said that an autopsy was scheduled for Tuesday, and the results would be released to the Overland Park Police, which lead the investigation into Lieurance’s disappearance.
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Eric Adler,
Kansas City Star,
17 June 2026
Dustin Moe with the Nevada County Sheriff's Office patrols parts of the Tahoe National Forest backcountry.
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Kayla Moeller,
CBS News,
26 May 2026
Designed to operate where human exposure can be hazardous, the robot from Taurob patrols critical infrastructure while continuously monitoring plant conditions.
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Jijo Malayil,
Interesting Engineering,
22 May 2026
That includes ground troops, a 15,000-member air force that runs Iran’s missile program, and a navy of some 20,000 that patrols the Strait of Hormuz.
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The Week Us,
TheWeek,
6 Apr. 2026
Verb
Whether your cart navigates the back nine, cruises the cul-de-sac, patrols the campground, or anchors an off-grid lifestyle, this upgrade extends beyond performance considerations.
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Malana Vantyler,
USA Today,
24 June 2026
Homicide data from the Illinois State Police, which patrols the city’s expressways, also is not included here.
—
Kori Rumore,
Chicago Tribune,
22 June 2026
The defender, a former member of MLS’ Orlando City SC and who now patrols the backline at La Liga club Villarreal in Spain, has rewarded the coach by helping shut down Paraguay a week ago and shutting out Australia here in Seattle.
—
David Close,
CNN Money,
20 June 2026
Sam Carpenter, the public information officer for the Missouri State Highway Patrol Troop D, which patrols Table Rock Lake, said that an autopsy was scheduled for Tuesday, and the results would be released to the Overland Park Police, which lead the investigation into Lieurance’s disappearance.
—
Eric Adler,
Kansas City Star,
17 June 2026
Dustin Moe with the Nevada County Sheriff's Office patrols parts of the Tahoe National Forest backcountry.
—
Kayla Moeller,
CBS News,
26 May 2026
Designed to operate where human exposure can be hazardous, the robot from Taurob patrols critical infrastructure while continuously monitoring plant conditions.
—
Jijo Malayil,
Interesting Engineering,
22 May 2026
That includes ground troops, a 15,000-member air force that runs Iran’s missile program, and a navy of some 20,000 that patrols the Strait of Hormuz.
—
The Week Us,
TheWeek,
6 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for patrols
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Finally, unable to stand down the household guard on her own, Alicent confesses her scheme to Helaena, who orders the sentries on the ramparts to hold fire when Rhaenyra flies in on Syrax.
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The soldiers would have stayed as sentries before and after the performance, symbolically guarding the legacy of Taiwan’s founder.
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The 6-foot-9 Haugh stretches defenses with his shooting, attacks the rim, thrives in transition and guards multiple positions.
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The Wolverines signed two other top-50 prospects in forwards Quinn Costello and Lincoln Cosby, plus guards Joseph Hartman and Malachi Brown and center Marcus Moller, a 7-foot-3 prospect from Denmark.
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Park rangers and mountain guides install and maintain snow pickets — which are used to help build anchors for extra protection on areas like steep slopes — between the high camp and Denali Pass, the park has said.
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Park rangers and mountain guides install and maintain snow pickets — which are used to help build anchors for extra protection on areas like steep slopes — between the high camp and Denali Pass, the park has said.
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The roof’s steep metal surface not only protects the home from cold winds, but creates enough height for an additional sleeping loft.
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Colorado currently protects the right of transgender student-athletes to compete on school and collegiate sports teams that align with their gender identity.
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The collaboration brings glow-inducing facials inspired by goop Beauty’s latest skincare launch, antioxidant-rich smoothies and beauty products tucked into the minibar of the eco-forward hotel brand with outposts in Miami and Toronto.
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The parallel Katsuya brand was born, bringing sleek, high-end outposts to Brentwood, Hollywood, downtown and Century City.
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His career spanned roles as Naval Security Group detachments in Japan and San Diego.
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Additional police resources were deployed to the area from neighboring detachments, along with the North District Emergency Response Team.
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Anna Rose Layden / Getty Images In the Southwest, extreme heat watches cover parts of Arizona and California, including Phoenix and Tucson, and go into effect Tuesday through Thursday.
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Other states with extreme heat warnings included Tennessee, Indiana and Kentucky, with extreme heat watches issued for southern California and southwest Arizona.
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