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patrolled

v.
B2 Upper Intermediate US //pəˈtɹoʊɫd// UK //pɐtɹˈəʊld// pa·trolled

v. to walk or drive around an area to keep it safe or to check that people are following the rules. You do this to watch for problems or to make sure everything is under control.

v. to walk or drive around an area systematically to maintain security, enforce regulations, or monitor activity. Often implies a repetitive, systematic movement to ensure surveillance or compliance.


SIMPLE

The guards patrolled the building all night.

CONTEXTUAL

The police patrolled the busy streets during the festival to ensure everyone stayed safe and followed the rules.

COMPLEX

The coast guard patrolled the waters for several hours, scanning the horizon for any sign of distress or unauthorized vessels entering the restricted zone.

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