under arrest

Example Sentences

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While under arrest on charges unrelated to Cynthia’s case, Hardee asked to speak with Ford.

From Slate • Apr. 6, 2026

It was the first time in nearly four centuries that a senior British royal was placed under arrest, and it underscored how deference to the monarchy has eroded in recent years.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 19, 2026

The boat had a crew of 11 and its 47-year-old skipper was placed under arrest.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 13, 2026

Alexander Butyagin is under arrest in Warsaw, awaiting a Polish court decision on a request to extradite him to Ukraine.

From BBC • Dec. 25, 2025

But before anyone had a chance to place her under arrest, Raisa took off for another mission.

From "A Thousand Sisters" by Elizabeth Wein