detainer in a sentence
n.
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Definition
Detainer: a person held in custody, typically in a legal context, often awaiting trial or further legal proceedings.
Sample Sentences
- The detainee was released after a thorough review of the evidence.
- In a heated debate, the legal team argued for the rights of the detainees.
- The government faced criticism over its treatment of the detaineers in custody.
- Human rights organizations often rally for the fair treatment of any detainee.
- The facility was designed to hold detainees while their cases were pending.