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Handcuffs A pair of metal devices used to restrain someone's hands and wrists together.  ■ When the police caught the famous art thief, they quickly put on the handcuffs and took him away in a police car. A device used to prevent someone from texting or scrolling through their phone while driving.  ■ I had to use handcuffs on my phone to stop myself from texting during the long road trip.

Policing The act of being a police officer and enforcing laws.  ■ "I didn't do anything wrong, I swear!" said the suspect, but it was no use, the police were already policing him for stealing that candy bar from the store.

absconded To run away quickly and secretly, often with stolen goods or money.  ■ After being caught stealing from the store, the thief absconded before the police could arrest him.

abusive To treat someone in a harsh, cruel, or violent manner, often repeatedly.  ■ "John was being abusive towards his wife during their argument. She had to call the police to stop him."

accelerate To go faster than someone or something else is going.  ■ "She accelerated her car to beat the traffic light, but ended up getting pulled over by a police officer."

Anarchy A state of complete disorder and absence of government or control.  ■ "The city was in anarchy after the police were all shot by the rioters."

Arrested To be caught by the police and taken into custody.  ■After being arrested for stealing a sandwich, John realized that he had made a big mistake.

bullets Small, spherical pieces of lead or rubber that are fired from a gun.  ■ "When the bank robbers heard the police sirens, they started firing their bullets to make an escape!"

Carolers A group of people who go door-to-door singing Christmas carols.  ■ "The carolers were so loud, the neighbors had to call the police!

Celebration A wild and raucous party where everyone lets loose and has a good time.  ■ "Last night's celebration was so wild, the police had to be called in to break up the fight."

Civilian A person who is not a member of the military or police force, and is therefore subject to all the laws and regulations of society.  ■ "The civilian population is often caught in the middle of military conflicts."

civilians A person who is not a member of the military or law enforcement.  ■ I accidentally left my phone at home. I hope the civilians don't find it and turn it in to the police.

condoned The act of officially approving or permitting something that is illegal or wrong, usually by a higher authority.  ■ "The police condoned the illegal street race, allowing it to continue despite the danger to participants and spectators."

Confiscated To take possession of something forbidden or illegal.  ■ The police confiscated the pot of cookies on the kitchen counter.

coppers A group of police officers who work together to maintain law and order.  ■ "I accidentally stole a bicycle from the coppers while they were distracted by a group of street performers."

decoy A person or thing that is meant to mislead or distract.  ■ "The police were baffled by the use of a decoy car as a getaway vehicle. They had never seen anything like it before."

detain To keep something or someone in a place, usually to prevent them from escaping.  ■ I accidentally detained the police officer by asking him for directions.

Detained To keep someone in a confined space or place against their will.  ■ "I was detained by the police for questioning, but they eventually let me go.

detaining The act of keeping someone or something in a confined space against their will.  ■ The police officer detained me for questioning, but they had no grounds to arrest me.

disarmed To render someone or something helpless or incapable of defending themselves, usually by removing their weapons.  ■ "The thief was disarmed by the police and taken into custody."

hid To secretly and quickly move out of sight, often with the intention of avoiding detection or escaping from danger.  ■ When the police arrived at the scene, John quickly hid behind the nearest tree to avoid being caught.

homeboy A loyal and trustworthy friend, usually of the same race or ethnicity.  ■ "Hey homeboy, you're in big trouble now. The police just pulled me over for speeding!"

Identity A unique set of characteristics that define a person or thing.  ■ After years of searching, the police finally identified the perpetrator of the crime as "the guy with the funny mustache and the weird accent."

immobilize To make someone or something completely unable to move or act.  ■ "The police officer immobilized the suspect with a taser, rendering him completely helpless."

Impersonate To pretend to be someone or something else, typically in order to trick or deceive someone.  ■ "I'll impersonate a police officer and arrest you for stealing my wallet."

Informant A person who provides confidential information, usually to an authority figure.  ■ Jane was an informant for the police, and she helped them catch the notorious gangster, Big Boss.

Intercept To catch or stop someone or something in the act of doing something.  ■ The police intercepted the burglar while he was stealing from a bank.

lawman A humorous term for a police officer.  ■ "I may be a lawman, but I'm not afraid to break a few laws every now and then!"

manhunt A desperate search for a suspect or criminal, often involving multiple people and resources.  ■ "The police launched a manhunt for the escaped bank robber after he stole millions of dollars in cash."

mobs A large group of people, especially those who are unruly or violent.  ■ "The mobs in the city were getting out of hand, and the police had to intervene."

Nightstick A long, thin stick used as a weapon by police officers.  ■ "The nightstick was my best friend when dealing with rowdy crowds at the bar. It helped me keep things under control and make sure everyone left peacefully."

notoriously adjective  ■ "The notorious cat burglar always made sure to leave behind a note and a tip for the police."

openings The act of uncovering a secret or hidden information.  ■ After months of trying to find the missing phone, the police finally discovered the "opening" by breaking into the suspect's house and searching through his computer.

Perpetrate To do something that is so bad, it makes you wish it was illegal to do.  ■ "I accidentally perpetrated the crime of not doing my laundry. I hope the police don't find out."

play A light and imaginative activity involving physical or mental exertion, typically done for enjoyment.  ■ "I decided to play some piano today. I ended up playing so loudly that the neighbors called the police."

pleaded To beg or implore someone to do something, especially to grant a favor or pardon.  ■ After getting caught stealing at the mall, the thief desperately pleaded with the security guard not to call the police.

raisers A group of people who are always raising a ruckus and making a commotion.  ■ "The raisers were causing such a fuss that the police had to be called!"

ratted To betray or inform on someone, often in exchange for money or favor.  ■ John ratted out his best friend to the police in exchange for a lighter sentence.

Redemption The act of saving someone or something from a state of sin or misfortune.  ■ After committing a series of robberies, the thief found redemption by turning himself in to the police and becoming an informant.

Riot A wild and uncontrolled party, often involving violence and destruction.  ■ "The crowd went wild during the music festival and started a riot. The police were called in to break up the chaos."

Rural An area with a large population of farmers and livestock.  ■ Did you hear about the farmer who lost his cow in the rural area? He was so upset, he had to call the police.

stationed To be located in a specific place, often with the intention of carrying out a particular task or duty.  ■ The police officer was stationed outside the bank to keep an eye on any suspicious activity.

Surrender To give up or yield to an enemy or authority.  ■ "I had no choice but to surrender my iPhone to the police when they demanded it."

Wriggle A sudden and exaggerated movement, usually of the body or a part of it, intended to deceive someone.  ■ John was caught by the police because he was trying to wriggle out of paying his speeding ticket.

anguished A feeling of intense emotional pain or distress, often expressed through loud and exaggerated vocalizations.  ■ When he found out his favorite sandwich was missing from the fridge, John anguished for hours about how he would never be able to live without it. He even went so far as to call the police and report the theft, but they couldn't do anything without any evidence.

Arrest The act of taking someone into custody and depriving them of their freedom, usually for a crime or suspected crime.  ■ When the police arrested her for shoplifting, she was shocked and said, "But I swear, I didn't take anything!"

arrests The act of apprehending someone and charging them with a crime.  ■ "When the police arrested my friend for shoplifting, they should have known better than to mess with my 'faulty' credit card. After all, it was always on the run!"

Brigadier A high-ranking officer in the military or police force, often responsible for coordinating large groups of troops or officers.  ■ "The brigadier led his troops into battle with a fierce determination, but he was no match for the enemy's superior numbers and tactics."

bunions A group of people who always seem to be in a bad mood. They are often seen grumbling and complaining, and they will do whatever it takes to make everyone else's day as miserable as possible.  ■ One time, the bunions decided to take over the park. They started yelling at people for not picking up after themselves and even went so far as to steal some of the picnic baskets! Everyone was in a state of panic until the police arrived and chased them away.