under arrest

Example Sentences

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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 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

Still, Lemon found himself under arrest for the crime of doing journalism.

From Slate • Jan. 30, 2026

What the feds say they need, however, is better coordination from Minnesota officials, so that Immigration and Customs Enforcement can pick up illegal migrants who are already under arrest.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 29, 2026

“Keep him under arrest I” the M.P. shouted, doubling over with raucous laughter at his jest, and sped away in his jeep.

From "Catch-22" by Joseph Heller