detains

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

Translation

v.to keep someone in custody; to delay or hold back

Phrases & Collocations

detains suspects

detains individuals

detains criminals

detains unlawfully

detains for questioning

detains for investigation

detains without warrant

detains a suspect

detains people

detains for safety

Example Sentences

the police detains suspects for questioning.

the government detains individuals without trial.

the school detains students for misbehavior.

the immigration officer detains travelers for document checks.

the facility detains minors for rehabilitation.

the judge detains the defendant until the trial starts.

the military detains enemy combatants during conflict.

the authorities detains protesters for public safety.

the hospital detains patients for observation.

the detective detains witnesses for further information.

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