under arrest

Example Sentences

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“You’re under arrest!” the agents yelled.

From Slate

The return of Damiba to Burkina Faso, under arrest and possibly facing a long list of criminal charges, is expected to escalate tensions within the military and political establishment.

From BBC

The Iranian judiciary confirmed Soltani was under arrest but said he had not been sentenced to death and his charges meant he did not risk capital punishment.

From Barron's

One man tries to film the scene as an officer marches toward him and shouts, “You go back there one more time and I’m going to put you under arrest!”

From Slate

Dozens, possibly hundreds, of opposition leaders and critics remain in exile or under arrest.

From Barron's