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Coastguard

Part of Speech: Noun

Senses:

  1. A branch of the military or naval service responsible for the enforcement of maritime law, conducting search and rescue missions, and ensuring safety and security along coastlines.
  2. An organization or group responsible for similar duties in a specific coastal area.

Usage:

  1. The coastguard was called upon to rescue the stranded sailors.
  2. The local coastguard in this area is known for their swift response to emergencies.

Sample Sentences:

  1. The brave men and women of the coastguard train rigorously to handle any maritime crisis.
  2. In times of storms, the coastguard patrols the waters to ensure the safety of all seafarers.
  3. The coastguard's primary duty is to prevent smuggling activities in the coastal region.
  4. Due to the coastguard's vigilance, no illegal fishing boats escaped their watch.

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