detainees

[US]/ˌdiːtəˈniːz/
[UK]/ˌdiːtəˈniːz/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n.people who are held in custody, especially for political reasons

Phrases & Collocations

detainees rights

detainees conditions

detainees release

detainees treatment

detainees access

detainees support

detainees information

detainees welfare

detainees advocacy

detainees status

Example Sentences

the detainees were given access to legal counsel.

human rights organizations are concerned about the treatment of detainees.

the conditions in the facility were harsh for the detainees.

many detainees reported mistreatment during their detention.

the government promised to improve the rights of detainees.

advocates are pushing for the release of political detainees.

some detainees are awaiting trial for several months.

there were reports of overcrowding among the detainees.

support groups provide assistance to former detainees.

the rights of detainees should be upheld at all times.

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