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Street Talk 3 - Lesson 14

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Street Talk 3
to book
to book
[Verb]

to record an arrest, offense, or charge in official police records

Ex: The detective insists on booking all offenses promptly. 
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cop
cop
[noun]

someone who works as one of the members of a police force

Ex: The cop patrolled the neighborhood to ensure the safety of residents. 
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to cover
to cover
[Verb]

to direct a firearm toward a target, typically a person

Ex: The police officers covered the suspect with their firearms as they approached cautiously. 
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to cuff
to cuff
[Verb]

to restrain someone by securing their wrists together, often using a device, commonly done by law enforcement during an arrest or to maintain control

Ex: The police officer decided to cuff the suspect to ensure safety during the arrest. 
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to freeze
to freeze
[Verb]

to suddenly stop moving or become immobilized due to fear, shock, or surprise

Ex: As the bear emerged from the woods, Sarah froze, unable to move or scream. 
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to hand over

to transfer the possession or control of someone or something to another person or entity

Ex: The CEO was forced to hand over his position due to the scandal. 
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to hold up

to rob a bank, shop, or similar place using a firearm, usually with a threat of violence

Ex: The criminals decided to hold up the convenience store, demanding cash from the terrified clerk. 
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shut up
shut up
[interjection]

used as a forceful command telling someone to stop talking or be quiet

Ex: Shut up already – nobody wants to hear your excuses. 
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to take in

to arrest someone

Ex: The police took him in for questioning. 
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