- present participle of detain.
detaining
Example Sentences
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Chinese authorities have charged a China-born American seismologist who researches underground nuclear tests with espionage after secretly detaining him in late 2024, according to the Massachusetts man’s supporters.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 14, 2026
It’s not uncommon for ICE agents to use unmarked cars and wear masks as they attempt arrests, and advocacy groups say the tactic means people often aren’t aware that it’s federal agents detaining them.
From Salon ● Jul. 9, 2026
"If the ships failed to heed their instructions, detaining them was a viable alternative," he said.
From BBC ● Jun. 11, 2026
Beijing has been accused of detaining more than a million Uyghurs and other Muslims since 2017, part of a campaign that the United Nations previously said could constitute crimes against humanity.
From Barron's ● Jun. 11, 2026
“Matant, they said they are detaining her,” I say.
From "American Street" by Ibi Zoboi
