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Stop And ___ Controversial Police Tactic Crossword Clue
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We've checked our database and believe the answer is
FRISK which was last seen in the New York Times Mini crossword.
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We think the answer to this crossword clue is:
FRISK
Updated: October 11, 2023 by Nicoli Westwood
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We think the answer is "FRISK" which means:
- noun
- • The act of searching someone for concealed weapons or illegal drugs verb
- • Play boisterously
- • Search as for concealed weapons by running the hands rapidly over the clothing and through the pockets adjective
- • Lively; brisk
An example sentence would be:
- • "The police conducted a frisk of the suspect before placing him in the patrol car."
- • "Airport security performed a thorough frisk of every passenger's luggage."
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