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Apprehended three individuals

🇬🇧 UK //ˌæp.rɪˈhɛnd// 🇺🇸 US //ˌæp.rɪˈhɛnd//

Meaning of Apprehended three individuals

Caught and arrested three people, usually for a crime.

In simple words: caught three people during an arrest

Apprehended three individuals in a sentence

• The police **apprehended three individuals** involved in the robbery.
• After a thorough investigation, officers **apprehended three individuals** suspected of drug trafficking.
• During the operation, they successfully **apprehended three individuals** in the act.

How to use Apprehended three individuals

Commonly used in law enforcement contexts. It’s formal, so avoid in casual conversations.

Grammar pattern

apprehend + object

Memory hint

Think of 'apprehend' as 'app-RE-Hend', as if catching people by surprise.

Related words

Collocations with Apprehended three individuals

• apprehend individuals
• apprehend suspects
• apprehended by police

Synonyms for Apprehended three individuals

• arrested
• captured
• detained
• apprehended

Opposites of Apprehended three individuals

• released
• freed

Common mistakes with Apprehended three individuals

• Confusing 'apprehend' with 'apprehensive' (which means anxious).
• Using incorrect prepositions (e.g., saying 'apprehended by' instead of 'apprehended').
• Not using the correct plural for 'individuals' when necessary.

Frequently asked questions about Apprehended three individuals

What does Apprehended three individuals mean?

caught three people during an arrest

What is the definition of Apprehended three individuals?

Caught and arrested three people, usually for a crime.

How do you use Apprehended three individuals in a sentence?

The police **apprehended three individuals** involved in the robbery.

Can you give another example of Apprehended three individuals?

After a thorough investigation, officers **apprehended three individuals** suspected of drug trafficking.

What are synonyms for Apprehended three individuals?

Common alternatives include arrested, captured, detained, apprehended.

What is the opposite of Apprehended three individuals?

Opposite meanings include released, freed.

What words go with Apprehended three individuals?

It commonly pairs with apprehend individuals, apprehend suspects, apprehended by police.

What are common mistakes when using Apprehended three individuals?

Confusing 'apprehend' with 'apprehensive' (which means anxious). Using incorrect prepositions (e.g., saying 'apprehended by' instead of 'apprehended'). Not using the correct plural for 'individuals' when necessary.

How do you pronounce Apprehended three individuals?

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

Is Apprehended three individuals formal or informal?

"Apprehended three individuals" is formal, so it fits professional, business, or academic conversations.

When should I use Apprehended three individuals?

Commonly used in law enforcement contexts. It’s formal, so avoid in casual conversations.