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de·tains

This dictionary definitions page includes all the possible meanings, example usage and translations of the word detains.

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Anagrams for detains »

  1. instead

  2. sainted

  3. stained

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Numerology

  1. Chaldean Numerology

    The numerical value of detains in Chaldean Numerology is: 5

  2. Pythagorean Numerology

    The numerical value of detains in Pythagorean Numerology is: 9

Examples of detains in a Sentence

  1. Bob Ferguson:

    This multi-billion-dollar corporation illegally exploited the people it detains to line its own pockets.

  2. Diane Foley:

    This accountability is essential for anyone who kidnaps or unjustly detains Americans abroad, if our country ever wishes to deter hostage-taking.

  3. Evelyn Palma:

    If immigration detains me, they’ll return me.

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