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Detained Thesaurus

Delayed or held back; kept from proceeding.

Synonyms for Detained

Depending on context, synonyms include delayed, hindered, impeded, retarded.

Related Words

Related dictionary entries include delay, hold up, stay, confine, accommodated, accused.

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