held for questioning
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At the base of Aconcagua, Alfonso and the American survivors were held for questioning.
From Seattle Times ● Dec. 17, 2023
American officials would not say — or do not know — if he had been formally arrested or was being held for questioning.
From New York Times ● Jun. 29, 2023
An additional 1,409 detainees are being held for questioning, have been charged and are awaiting trial, or are currently being tried.
From Washington Times ● Apr. 4, 2023
Four of those held for questioning in recent days are believed to have been from a Protestant background.
From BBC ● Mar. 2, 2023
Achebe, Carroll, and Knox were all being held for questioning.
From "Boy 2.0" by Tracey Baptiste
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