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patrol

Pronunciation: [pəˈtroʊl]

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Learn how to use patrol in a sentence: 9 audio examples across 3 meanings.

Context: “security”

(verb) to walk or drive around an area to check that everything is safe and secure. This is often done by police or security guards to make sure nothing bad is happening.

Example

The police patrol the neighborhood every night to keep everyone safe.

Example

The security team didn’t patrol the area, allowing the gate to be left open.

Example

Why do the officers need to patrol the park so often?

Context: “military”

(noun) a group of soldiers or police officers who move through an area to watch for trouble and ensure safety. It's like a team that checks for any problems.

Example

The patrol found no signs of danger during their mission.

Example

The patrol did not notice the unusual activity nearby.

Example

What did the patrol discover during their search?

Context: “activity”

(noun) a specific trip or journey taken by a group to look for things or check on the area. It can be for fun, like a hike, or serious, like looking for missing people.

Example

The scouts went on a patrol to explore the forest.

Example

Their patrol last weekend was canceled due to bad weather.

Example

How long will the patrol last in the mountains?

How to pronounce patrol

Pronunciation: [pəˈtroʊl]

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