under arrest
Example Sentences
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Instead, he suffered a minor knee injury after he "fell to the ground, was restrained by law enforcement, and was placed under arrest," the department said.
From Barron's ● May 5, 2026
He was later approached by police officers who told him he was being put under arrest, before carrying him away from the demonstration as other protesters cheered and applauded.
From BBC ● Apr. 11, 2026
While under arrest on charges unrelated to Cynthia’s case, Hardee asked to speak with Ford.
From Slate ● Apr. 6, 2026
The suit says that Cowser was never told she was under arrest or given any commands to comply when being placed in handcuffs.
From Los Angeles Times ● Apr. 5, 2026
“You also understand that although you are not under arrest, you are still a suspect in this case. Anything you say today may later be used as evidence in court.”
From "Small Steps" by Louis Sachar
