detention
Pronunciation: [dɪˈtɛnʃən]
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Learn how to use detention in a sentence: 6 audio examples across 2 meanings.
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Maria had to stay for detention after school for talking too much in class.
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Jack's parents were relieved he didn't get detention this time.
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Who has to serve detention this week?
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The police officer took the suspect into detention until further investigation could be done.
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It wasn't fair to keep someone in detention without any evidence against them.
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What reasons can lead to a person being taken into detention?
How to pronounce detention
Pronunciation: [dɪˈtɛnʃən]
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