English phrase from drama scenes
What Does "betty i'll put you under protective custody" Mean?
Learn what "betty i'll put you under protective custody" means, when people say it, and how to use it naturally in English.
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protective custody.
This means the person will be officially kept safe by authorities, often by police.
From The Mistress Trap, Episode 42
When do people say this?
Scene Context
The speaker tells Betty she will be taken into protective custody.
Usage Scenario
Use this only in police or legal contexts. It sounds formal and serious, not like everyday conversation.
Better ways to say it
1
Betty, I'll put you under protective custody.
2
You'll be placed under protective custody.
3
We need to place you in protective custody.
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