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Detention

/dɪˈtɛnʃən/
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(noun) The act of detaining or the state of being detained; hindrance.

Tom was given detention for talking during class.
No one shall be subjected to arbitrary arrest, detention or exile.
CEFR Practice Quiz
Tom was given ____ for talking during class.

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