under arrest

Example Sentences

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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

Rahman said she was never told she was under arrest or charged with a crime.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 3, 2026

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

From Slate • Jan. 30, 2026

The return of Damiba to Burkina Faso, under arrest and possibly facing a long list of criminal charges, is expected to escalate tensions within the military and political establishment.

From BBC • Jan. 20, 2026

The big white guy stepped backward, out of the circle, holding his hands up like he was under arrest.

From "How It Went Down" by Kekla Magoon