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Dictionary
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Def: 1. to give something to somebody, especially officially
Example: 1. Washington does not recognize concealed weapons permits issued by other states. However the Police Department does issue permits to out-of-state residents.
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Def: 2. to announce something, to make something known formally or publicly
Example: 2. Scotland's eight police forces are issued with new guidelines on dealing with racist crime.
2. A vehicle with a lights violation was stopped on Riverglade Drive and police issued the driver a verbal warning.
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Def: 3. to start a legal process against somebody, especially by means of an official document
Example: 3. Police issued a warrant for the arrest of C M,
59, after she was charged with 21 counts of animal cruelty.
3. The Cambridge Police Department issued a warrant for the arrest of R H, 24, yesterday for his alleged role in the late-night shooting.
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| Usage note |
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The verb 'issue' is often used in the passive.
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issue a gun permit / license/ FOID (Firearm Owner's Identification) card
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| See also |
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| dic_connotations |
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