What does "retén" mean in English?

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Spanish

retén

English

checkpoint

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Alternative translations of "retén"

detention center
retainer
plug
garrison

Examples of how to use "retén" in Spanish

Spanish
Un retén de la policía.
English
A police checkpoint.
Spanish
El retén controla el tráfico en la carretera.
English
The checkpoint controls the traffic on the highway.
Spanish
Hay un retén policial esta noche.
English
There is a police checkpoint tonight.
Spanish
Cambió el retén de aceite del coche.
English
He changed the car's oil seal.
Spanish
El retén impidió la entrada a todos.
English
The seal prevented everyone's entry.

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Un retén de la policía.

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