detain (verb)

1. In the anime series, the protagonist's detaining of the enemy allowed his allies to escape.

2. The narrow entrance to the building detained the flow of visitors, creating a sense of anticipation.

3. The artist used deliberate brush strokes to detain the viewer's attention and convey a feeling of stillness.

4. During World War II, the ambush by the resistance fighters detained the enemy troops, halting their progress for several crucial hours.

1. In the novel, the protagonist is detained by the authorities for questioning.

2. The superhero uses her powers to detain the villain and prevent him from causing further harm.

3. The spaceship's crew decides to detain the alien creature until they can understand its intentions.

4. The fashion designer uses unique fabrics to detain the attention of the audience during the runway show.

1. In the comic strip, the hero used his superpowers to detain the villain and save the day.

2. Why did the police officer detain the jokester? Because he was producing too many puns!

3. In the movie, the protagonist was detained by his overwhelming love for the leading lady.

4. During World War II, many innocent civilians were detained in internment camps based on their ethnicity.