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UK//əˈrɛsts//US//əˈrɛsts//

Meaning of Arrests

The act of taking someone into custody by law enforcement.

In simple words: When police take someone to jail.

Arrests in a sentence

  • The police made several arrests during the protest.
  • Many arrests have been reported in the area recently.
  • He was arrested for theft last night.
  • The increase in arrests has raised concerns in the community.
  • Arrests related to drug offenses have surged this year.

How to use Arrests

Used mostly in legal contexts. Avoid in casual conversations or when discussing unrelated topics.

Grammar pattern

arrest + object

Memory hint

Think of 'are rests' - a time when you should not be resting, but being taken away.

Related words

Collocations with Arrests

  • make arrests
  • report arrests
  • increase in arrests
  • arrests made
  • frequent arrests

Synonyms for Arrests

Opposites of Arrests

Common mistakes with Arrests

  • Confusing with 'detain'; arrest involves formal charges.
  • Using 'arrest' without an object; e.g., 'He was arrested' is correct.
  • Assuming 'arrests' can only happen with violent crimes; it can happen for various offenses.

Compare Arrests with Detention, Capture, Seizure

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Frequently asked questions about Arrests

What does Arrests mean?

When police take someone to jail.

What is the definition of Arrests?

The act of taking someone into custody by law enforcement.

How do you use Arrests in a sentence?

The police made several arrests during the protest.

Can you give another example of Arrests?

Many arrests have been reported in the area recently.

What are synonyms for Arrests?

Common alternatives include detention, capture, apprehension, seizure.

What is the opposite of Arrests?

Opposite meanings include release, liberation.

What words go with Arrests?

It commonly pairs with make arrests, report arrests, increase in arrests, arrests made, frequent arrests.

What are common mistakes when using Arrests?

Confusing with 'detain'; arrest involves formal charges. Using 'arrest' without an object; e.g., 'He was arrested' is correct. Assuming 'arrests' can only happen with violent crimes; it can happen for various offenses.

How do you pronounce Arrests?

US: //əˈrɛsts//, UK: //əˈrɛsts//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Arrests?

Used mostly in legal contexts. Avoid in casual conversations or when discussing unrelated topics.