Hold in custody Crossword Clue

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Hold in custody Crossword Answer

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(verb)
1. cause to be slowed down or delayed
2. deprive of freedom; take into confinement

Hint 2: Clue Definitions

CUSTODY (noun)
1. a state of being confined (usually for a short time)
2. (with `in’) guardianship over; in divorce cases it is the right to house and care for and discipline a child
HOLD (verb)
1. be capable of holding or containing
2. be pertinent or relevant or applicable
HOLD (noun)
1. a state of being confined (usually for a short time)
2. time during which some action is awaited

Hint 3: Anagram

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