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prison

[priz-uhn] / ˈprɪz ən /


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His predecessor, Pope Francis, made a point of washing the feet of prison inmates to emphasize his status as a servant of the church for all people, even criminals.

From Salon • Apr. 18, 2026

Its leader, Jaggu Bhagwanpura, is in prison in India.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 18, 2026

Seven defendants, including Maradona’s doctor and nurses and a psychiatrist, face as many as 25 years in prison.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 16, 2026

Goel faces a maximum sentence of 20 years in federal prison, while Raheja faces up to 10 years, according to the plea agreements.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 15, 2026

“I have a sister in prison here in Amsterdam. I was wondering if . . . I don’t think she’s well.”

From "The Hiding Place" by Corrie ten Boom