Apprehend
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Law Enforcement
Commonly used in a police or legal context when someone is arrested. Officers apprehended the suspect near the scene.
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Active Pursuit
Suggests active pursuit or effort by authorities to catch a person. After a chase, the fugitive was finally apprehended.
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Not Automatic
Does not imply instant capture, might involve planning or searching. The detective apprehended the culprits after weeks of investigation.