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detained

  • past participle
    of detain.
    detain
    verb (used with object)
    to keep from proceeding; keep waiting; delay.
  • past tense form
    of detain.
    detain
    verb (used with object)
    to keep from proceeding; keep waiting; delay.

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Kumar crossed the Mexico-US border illegally in 2022 and was detained.

From Barron's ● Sep. 29, 2026

A person has been detained for questioning in connection with the case, police said.

From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 29, 2026

At least two Israelis were detained, according to the military.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 29, 2026

Kumar was eventually detained by ICE and is awaiting deportation, a Department of Homeland Security spokesperson told AFP, but Elizabeth Carter wants him to face justice first.

From Barron's ● Sep. 29, 2026

The stethoscope around my neck detained me as I walked.

From "Salt to the Sea" by Ruta Sepetys