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as in to seize
to take or keep under one's control by authority of law
the inept robber was promptly arrested by the off-duty policeman he had tried to hold up
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as in to stop
to bring (something) to a standstill
cryogenics is based on the idea that extreme cold can almost arrest molecular motion
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as in to fascinate
to hold the attention of as if by a spell
the sight of the daredevil walking a tightrope between high-rises arrested area pedestrians and motorists alike
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as in arrestment
the act of taking into one's control by authority of law
there have been only two arrests for driving while intoxicated in the county in the last six months
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as in cessation
the stopping of a process or activity
"hemostasis" is the technical term for arrest of bleeding
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Recent Examples of arrest
Cheyenne Roundtree, Rolling Stone, 26 Feb. 2026
The parents of some protesters who have been arrested have also been pressured to help get confessions, said Moein Khazaeli, a lawyer and human rights researcher with Dadban, a group of Iranian lawyers based outside the country who offer online legal advice and have monitored the wave of arrests.
—Babak Dehghanpisheh, NBC news, 26 Feb. 2026
Lillie Davidson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 25 Feb. 2026
The unidentified victim first met Combs in August 2021 when the student joined a high school club the man advised, the Technology Student Association, according to Combs’ arrest affidavit.
—Lauren Penington, Denver Post, 25 Feb. 2026
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Verb
Shia LaBeouf was ordered to take a drug test on the spot and to return to rehab after the Holes actor was arrested earlier this month on two counts of simple battery during Mardi Gras celebrations in New Orleans.
—Cheyenne Roundtree, Rolling Stone, 26 Feb. 2026
The parents of some protesters who have been arrested have also been pressured to help get confessions, said Moein Khazaeli, a lawyer and human rights researcher with Dadban, a group of Iranian lawyers based outside the country who offer online legal advice and have monitored the wave of arrests.
—Babak Dehghanpisheh, NBC news, 26 Feb. 2026
Noun
Fortenberry told the Star-Telegram that his clients are feeling a lot of emotions at once after the arrest.
—Lillie Davidson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 25 Feb. 2026
The unidentified victim first met Combs in August 2021 when the student joined a high school club the man advised, the Technology Student Association, according to Combs’ arrest affidavit.
—Lauren Penington, Denver Post, 25 Feb. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for arrest
Verb
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In the nineteenth century, travel to remote frontiers beyond the reach of telegraph had insulated Britain’s men on the spot from London’s authority, conceding them the freedom to seize new territory.—
Alfred McCoy,
Literary Hub,
26 Feb. 2026
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The union representing patrol officers quickly seized on the incident as evidence that respect for officers has declined under the new mayor.—
Anthony Izaguirre,
Fortune,
26 Feb. 2026
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The video, shared by the Chino Police Department, shows two vehicles stopping at a red light in front of and behind a big rig on Friday.—
Terry Castleman,
Los Angeles Times,
25 Feb. 2026
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Evan Geyen stopped 20 shots in goal for Delano.—
Andrew Cornelius,
Twin Cities,
25 Feb. 2026
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She is fascinated by style trends, industry news, shake-ups, and The Real Housewives.—
Alexandra Hildreth,
Vogue,
27 Feb. 2026
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While the game remained popular among the elite its ornate imagery also continued to fascinate artists and intellectuals, laying the groundwork for symbolic interpretations.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
26 Feb. 2026
Noun
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As my colleagues in public health have stated recently in the Journal of the American Medical Association, nicotine pouches can be an effective smoking cessation tool.—
Timothy Vermillion,
New York Daily News,
3 Feb. 2026
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Yet despite that, research into what happens during this natural cessation of menstruation and why is limited.—
Jackie Flynn Mogensen,
Scientific American,
27 Jan. 2026
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Officers apprehended the suspect before paramedics arrived to evaluate him.—
Matthew Rodriguez,
CBS News,
26 Feb. 2026
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After he is apprehended, his bond will be set at $350,000 cash, according to a warrant issued in support of his arrest.—
Caroline Zimmerman,
Kansas City Star,
25 Feb. 2026
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Dubai’s airport operator said flights were halted indefinitely at Dubai International Airport, the world’s busiest airport for international flights, and the Dubai World Central — Al Maktoum International Airport on the Gulf city’s outskirts.—
Cara Rubinsky,
Fortune,
28 Feb. 2026
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Airlines have been periodically halting flights to the region for years as conflicts and associated security concerns arise.—
Dan Mangan,Leslie Josephs,Spencer Kimball,CJ Haddad,Justin Papp,Jordan Novet,
CNBC,
28 Feb. 2026
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This enchanting 500-year-old Grade II cottage is set in 12 acres of mature gardens and land – including paddocks, a kitchen garden, and access with frontage on the River Arun (including fishing rights), ideal for kayaking and other water pursuits.—
The Week UK,
TheWeek,
20 Feb. 2026
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Along with the clear Bowie and Orbison inspiration, the album’s influences reflect the tastes of someone recently enchanted by the romance of California.—
Millan Verma,
Pitchfork,
30 Jan. 2026
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Mexican soldiers killed Oseguera on Sunday in a raid on his remote mountain hideout.—
Kate Linthicum,
Los Angeles Times,
27 Feb. 2026
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Episodes will explore a world of daring raids, epic battles and empire-building, following legendary figures such as Ragnar Lothbrok, Canute and Harald Hardrada.—
Jesse Whittock,
Deadline,
27 Feb. 2026
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“Arrest.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/arrest. Accessed 3 Mar. 2026.
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