customs inspector

Frequency: 6.58.0 per million words

An official who inspects goods and luggage at customs.

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Examples (10)

  • A vigilant customs inspector noticed something unusual about the passenger's suitcase.
  • "Please open your bags for inspection," said the customs inspector.
  • The main duty of a customs inspector is to prevent illegal goods from entering the country.
  • If you lie on your declaration form, a customs inspector can impose a heavy fine.
  • I was once questioned by a customs inspector for over an hour about my souvenirs.
  • Every piece of luggage is subject to search by a customs inspector upon arrival.
  • To become a customs inspector, you need keen observation skills and integrity.
  • A skilled customs inspector can often tell if someone is nervous by their body language.
  • The package was seized after a customs inspector found undeclared valuables inside.
  • Did the customs inspector ask to see your receipts for the items you purchased abroad?