Thesaurus.com
Dictionary.com
Showing results for arrest. Search instead for barrest.
Definitions

arrest

[uh-rest] / əˈrɛst /






Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

Many of Kim’s army of cyber thieves live in China, where they can more freely connect to the internet and operate without fear of arrest by outside authorities.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 8, 2026

On Sunday, West Yorkshire Police confirmed a further arrest had been made and a man was being held in custody.

From BBC • Jun. 7, 2026

The U.S. request for Rocha’s arrest and extradition stunned Mexico’s political establishment.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 6, 2026

The footage showed officers turning him on to his side, handcuffing his hands behind his back and telling him he was under arrest.

From BBC • Jun. 6, 2026

“Hi, Chris. Yes, I’m here with a member of the undercover operation that eventually located Mrs. Callahan. What can you tell us about the arrest today?”

From "South of Somewhere" by Kalena Miller




Vocabulary lists containing arrest


Vocabulary.com logo
by dictionary.com

Look it up. Learn it forever.

Remember "arrest" for good with VocabTrainer. Expand your vocabulary effortlessly with personalized learning tools that adapt to your goals.

Take me to Vocabulary.com