serving time
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The finale also included a tribute to Cloud and his character, whose absence in the beginning of the season was attributed to Fez serving time.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 1, 2026
Both are now serving time in the United States.
From Barron's ● Feb. 22, 2026
Najib is currently serving time in prison for an earlier conviction related to the 1MDB scandal.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Dec. 26, 2025
One of those men, serving time for armed robbery, said the reunion brought a rush of memories: “Seeing her in a dress, crying and running to me … that broke me down.”
From Salon ● Nov. 30, 2025
Hadari and Jesse were serving time in the state penitentiary.
From "The 57 Bus" by Dashka Slater
