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.  

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