Definition of Arrest

to seize someone and take them into legal custody

Examples of Arrest in a sentence

The police officer decided not to arrest the woman even though he could have taken her to jail.  🔊

Since he was caught stealing, the police arrived to arrest the shopper.  🔊

The banker acted surprised when the police showed up to arrest him for fraud.  🔊

Handcuffs in hand, the officer stepped forward to arrest the convict for his crimes.  🔊

Even though he was innocent, the police decided to arrest the man anyway.  🔊

Other words in the Not Allowed category:

Most Searched Words (with Video)