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Detention Sounding Saucy Crossword Clue
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We think the answer is "CUSTODY" which means:
- noun
- • A state of being confined (usually for a short time)
- • Holding by the police
- • (with `in') guardianship over; in divorce cases it is the right to house and care for and discipline a child
An example sentence would be:
- • "The mother was awarded full custody of the children in the divorce settlement."
- • "The suspect was taken into custody by the police."
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