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

In December, an 80-year-old retiree spent hours under arrest because Smart Sampa confused him with a rapist.

From Barron's • Mar. 17, 2026

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

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 3, 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

At first I thought he was under arrest, but when I saw Vera sitting next to him on the wooden bench, I knew he had been waiting for me.

From "Bodega Dreams" by Ernesto Quinonez