dragnets

[US]/ˈdræɡ.nɛt/
[UK]/ˈdræɡ.nɛt/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n.a large net used for catching fish or a system for searching for criminals; a search net or method for locating individuals

Phrases & Collocations

dragnet operation

dragnet search

dragnet strategy

dragnet law

dragnet approach

dragnet tactics

dragnet team

dragnet plan

dragnet investigation

dragnet alert

Example Sentences

the police set up a dragnet to catch the suspect.

after the robbery, a dragnet was launched across the city.

they cast a dragnet to find the missing child.

the fbi used a dragnet to locate the fugitive.

the dragnet operation resulted in multiple arrests.

he was caught in the dragnet after the crime spree.

the authorities deployed a dragnet to ensure public safety.

during the investigation, a dragnet was established around the neighborhood.

they implemented a dragnet strategy to tackle the drug problem.

the dragnet extended to neighboring towns in search of clues.

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