prison

Example Sentences

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Three men, including an Air Force veteran, were convicted and sentenced to prison.

From Salon • May 25, 2026

Such a breathtaking breach of trust conducted over more than 12 years means a lengthy prison sentence looks inevitable, even if it is reduced because of his guilty plea.

From BBC • May 25, 2026

However, Sonko backed Faye's bid for presidency and the pair went on to win - an extraordinary victory given they were both in prison until 10 days before the election.

From BBC • May 23, 2026

Tom Girardi is currently serving a seven-year sentence in federal prison after he was convicted of wire fraud for bilking his personal-injury clients in 2024.

From Los Angeles Times • May 22, 2026

He’d been immediately captured, flown to Moscow, and locked in prison.

From "Fallout: Spies, Superbombs, and the Ultimate Cold War Showdown" by Steve Sheinkin