What does "Arrest" mean?

to take into custody

Synonym: detention, capture Opposite: release, freedom

"Arrest" in a sentence

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Uncle Hank's arresting Mr. Archilleya.

Breaking Bad S1E6

She and Peralta have some big bet over who gets more arrests this year.

Brooklyn Nine-Nine S1E1

"Arrest" in TV shows & movies

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