under arrest

Example Sentences

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

From Slate

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

“You’re under arrest!” the agents yelled.

From Slate

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

The Iranian judiciary confirmed Soltani was under arrest but said he had not been sentenced to death and his charges meant he did not risk capital punishment.

From Barron's