holding cell
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Marc Prokosch, a lawyer representing Ramos’ family, said that Liam and his father were moved to a family holding cell, though he could not confirm their location.
From Salon ● Jan. 22, 2026
Maduro is currently in a holding cell in Manhattan.
From MarketWatch ● Jan. 10, 2026
Brown also said that ICE refused to provide key details about the holding cell at the Islip courthouse.
From Slate ● Dec. 20, 2025
She also said the room resembled a "holding cell" and many autistic children find being deprived of sensory stimulation traumatising.
From BBC ● Apr. 9, 2025
The holding cell was cold, and I had to share it with this kid who kept crying and another who was picking on the crier.
From "Burning Blue" by Paul Griffin
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