overhire n.— «In January, Krauss was given authority to hire 11 new officers, including five officers whose main responsibilities would be to cover vacations, work-related medical leaves and other absences that prevent cops from being on...
hog n.— «On a recent patrol, Marines loaded their amtracs, or “hogs” as they affectionately call them, and churned off into the inky-black moonless night.» —“‘Gators’ prowl highways near Fallujah” by Mark...
lane-flushing n.— «The first priority is the mission of the department, which is to keep the wrong people and the wrong items out of the country. On that, they can never compromise. Speeding the interview process is strictly taboo, Perry...
pigeon flipping n.— «Lately, troops say, insurgents have begun using a technique called pigeon flipping: while on patrol, the Marines have noticed flocks of pigeons circling above them, leading them to conclude that supporters of the...
stationary patrol n.— «The Missouri Highway Patrol…has begun to encourage this technique, called “stationary patrol,” as a way to conserve gasoline after prices soared in recent months. The patrol asked troopers to cut...
squadrol n. a police vehicle that serves the purposes of both a patrol wagon and squad car. Etymological Note: squad + patrol (source: Double-Tongued Dictionary)