detentions

[US]/dɪˈtɛnʃənz/
[UK]/dɪˈtɛnʃənz/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n.the act of holding someone in custody; the state of being detained; imprisonment; the practice of requiring students to stay after school

Phrases & Collocations

school detentions

detentions policy

detentions center

detentions list

detentions report

detentions system

detentions records

detentions hearing

detentions duration

detentions agreement

Example Sentences

students often face detentions for minor infractions.

the school implemented new rules about detentions.

he received multiple detentions for being late to class.

detentions can be a useful tool for discipline.

after several detentions, she decided to change her behavior.

teachers often discuss the effectiveness of detentions.

detentions are sometimes seen as a rite of passage in school.

parents were concerned about the number of detentions issued.

he spent his detentions reflecting on his actions.

some students try to avoid detentions at all costs.

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