prisoners

Example Sentences

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It was previously both a religious site and a jail for political prisoners.

From BBC • Jun. 9, 2026

It’s true, as Mr. Rubio said, that hundreds of political prisoners have been released since the start of the year and that some of them are important government critics.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 7, 2026

United States, that prisoners cannot seek compassionate release under the 2018 statute intended to allow exactly that relief, even if they show that their original convictions were inaccurate or unfairly decided.

From Slate • Jun. 2, 2026

Liberty is donating these fabrics to prisoners, to continue their crafting.

From BBC • May 30, 2026

Then I visit the site that tells you about California prisoners, my hands hovering over the keyboard.

From "The Tenth Mistake of Hank Hooperman" by Gennifer Choldenko