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Sheriff (Noun)

Meaning

The principal law-enforcement officer in a county.

Classification

Nouns denoting people.

Examples

  • The sheriff and his deputies were responsible for maintaining order in the small town.
  • As the newly elected sheriff, she vowed to reduce crime in the county by increasing patrols.
  • He had been a deputy for 10 years before being appointed as the sheriff of the rural county.
  • The sheriff arrived at the scene of the accident and began to direct traffic.
  • The corrupt sheriff was accused of taking bribes from local business owners in exchange for turning a blind eye to their illicit activities.

Hypernyms

  • Peace Officer
  • Law Officer
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