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a state in which a person is kept in jail or prison, particularly while waiting to be tried
- The suspect was placed in custody pending a bail hearing.
- He remained in custody until his trial date was set.
- The police took the suspect into custody after the car chase ended.
- She visited her brother regularly while he was in custody awaiting trial.
- The inmate was released from custody after serving his sentence.
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the legal right or responsibility to care for and make decisions regarding a child, especially after a divorce or separation
- The court awarded full custody to the mother.
- They share joint custody of their two children.
- He lost custody after failing to meet court requirements.
- Custody disputes often become emotionally charged.
- She filed for custody to protect her child's welfare.
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the condition of being confined or kept under restraint, often temporarily
- The prisoner was held in military custody for several days.
- Custody was extended while the investigation continued.
- The suspect escaped from custody during transfer.
- Several protesters remain in temporary custody.
- She was taken into custody but released the same day.
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