ski patrol

noun

: a group that patrols an area on skis

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The house had a room with memorabilia from her grandfather’s time in the ski patrol. — Kathy McCormack, Los Angeles Times, 26 June 2026 Both men were transported to the base area by ski patrol crews, and life-saving measures were attempted. — Camryn Dadey, Sacbee.com, 23 Feb. 2026 Avalanche rescue dogs are a critical part of ski patrol safety measures for skiers not wearing beacons. — Zach Wichter, USA Today, 18 Feb. 2026 As a precautionary measure, the guest was evaluated by ski patrol. — ABC News, 27 Feb. 2026 See All Example Sentences for ski patrol

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“Ski patrol.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/ski%20patrol. Accessed 8 Jul. 2026.

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