prison term

NOUN

time spent in prison

Synonyms

STRONGEST

tour of duty

WEAK

slammer time stretch

Example Sentences

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And it can lead to a 15-year prison term, he added.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 18, 2026

He was remanded in custody following the plea and could face a lengthy prison term when he is sentenced on 23 June.

From BBC • May 28, 2026

Before the proceeding, prosecutors had asked the judge to sentence Daedone to a 20-year prison term, saying her conduct caused immeasurable damage.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 30, 2026

Coberg’s attorney had requested a two-year prison term.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 16, 2026

Grandma sprinted toward Myron and me, arms wide open, hugging us as though we were innocent men just released from serving an unjust prison term, which is to say, like a grandmother should.

From "Shelter (Book One): A Mickey Bolitar Novel" by Harlan Coben