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CEFR B1

detention

Rank #3928 in frequency ranking in frequency

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noun

Example Sentences

"She has detention today because she talked during the test"

"If you keep talking in class, you will have to serve detention"

"I felt so embarrassed when the principal announced my detention in front of everyone"

"The teacher gave him detention for not doing his homework"

"Please report to detention immediately for being late to class"

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