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arresting

Learn how to correctly hyphenate "arresting" with detailed syllable breakdown and pronunciation guide.

3 syllables
9 characters
English (US)
3syllables

arresting

Hyphenation via the Knuth-Liang algorithm — result not verified against authoritative sources.

arresting is a polysyllabic word with 3 syllables. Using the Knuth-Liang algorithm, we calculated the hyphenation for the word you’ve entered. However, this hyphenation has not been verified against authoritative sources and may be approximate. This is because the algorithm relies on pre-defined patterns that may not cover all exceptions, contextual variations, or irregular spellings. We are working to verify hyphenations against trusted sources to ensure greater accuracy. For now, arresting is hyphenated as:

Definitions ofarresting

1verb
  • To stop the motion of (a person or animal).
  • To stay, remain.
  • To stop or slow (a process, course etc.).
  • To seize (someone) with the authority of the law; to take into legal custody.

    Example: "The police have arrested a suspect in the murder inquiry."

  • To catch the attention of.
  • To undergo cardiac arrest.
1adjective
  • Striking, gripping
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