Definitions

solitary confinement

[sol-i-ter-ee kuhn-fahyn-muhnt] / ˈsɒl ɪˌtɛr i kənˈfaɪn mənt /

NOUN

confinement in isolation

Synonyms

WEAK

holding cell isolation lockdown solitary the hole

Example Sentences

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solitary confinement

Prison staff reportedly separated the two men and Combs was placed in solitary confinement.

From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 30, 2026

Now that he was out of solitary confinement, Havens’ interest in gang politics had disappeared.

From Slate ● May 2, 2026

At times she was able to meet other NLD officials and selected diplomats, but during the early years she was often in solitary confinement.

From BBC ● May 1, 2026

Yoon has been held in solitary confinement while fighting multiple criminal trials.

From Barron's ● Feb. 19, 2026

But his young pi pel remained behind, in solitary confinement.

From "Night" by Elie Wiesel