- present participle of detain.
detaining
Example Sentences
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Several survivors told local media they heard a blast shortly before the vessel rolled, with police detaining the captain and more than a dozen others.
From Barron's ● Aug. 31, 2026
Authorities are detaining people and warning such acts could be considered treason.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 5, 2026
Adeyemi's lawyer, prominent human rights advocate Femi Falana, told the BBC that Adeniyi had since been released, and that detaining a relative in place of a suspect was illegal in Nigeria.
From BBC ● Jul. 11, 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
"I shall return for the debate tryout," Didu says, detaining him.
From "You Bring the Distant Near" by Mitali Perkins
