| nab(noun, arrest, capture, apprehension, seizure) | |
| obstruction(noun, support, check, delay, fight) | |
| pickup(noun, arrest, raid, imprisonment, custody) | |
| stricture(noun, restraint) | |
| appreciation | |
| bind(noun, check, delay, stay, wait) | |
| block | |
| blocking(support, fight, opposition, resistance, fighting) | |
| bridle(noun, check, curb, limit, restraint) | |
| charge(noun, state, free, warrant, accusation) | |
| clasp | |
| clench | |
| clutch | |
| clutches | |
| control(noun, force, restraint, pressure, restriction) | |
| cramp(noun, check, curb, limit, restraint) | |
| deferment(noun, delay, stay, wait, interruption) | |
| double take | |
| drag | |
| dungeon(noun, prison) |
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