under arrest

Example Sentences

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He was later approached by police officers who told him he was being put under arrest, before carrying him away from the demonstration as other protesters cheered and applauded.

From BBC • Apr. 11, 2026

The suit says that Cowser was never told she was under arrest or given any commands to comply when being placed in handcuffs.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 5, 2026

Two days after the post, Liaw was under arrest.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 21, 2026

The judiciary's Mizan news agency confirmed that Mohammadi was under arrest but added that "no final and enforceable sentence has been handed down to him".

From Barron's • Feb. 12, 2026

“So,” he said, marching over to the fireplace and turning to face Harry as though he were about to pronounce him under arrest.

From "Harry Potter And The Goblet Of Fire" by J. K. Rowling