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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 | ||||||||
| 40% | 9 | Individuals in police custody after being detained | ||||||
noun • A person who is under arrest. | ||||||||
| 35% | 10 | Persons who have been detained by the police | ||||||
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State Of Being Detained By The Police Crossword Clue
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CUSTODY which was last seen in the The Guardian Quick crossword.
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CUSTODY
Updated: October 13, 2023
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