prisoner

Example Sentences

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Serco has a prisoner escort and custody services contract with the Ministry of Justice across the south of England.

From BBC • Jun. 10, 2026

The violin in Baerwald’s hands was the one his German-Jewish grandfather played as a Japanese prisoner of war in the Bandō camp at Tokushima during World War I. “It’s a very serviceable violin,” Baerwald notes.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 8, 2026

He was considered a prisoner of conscience by Amnesty International.

From Barron's • May 31, 2026

So, why would an innocent prisoner seek compassionate release?

From Slate • May 29, 2026

A worker on the food crew—a long-term prisoner from the main camp— smiled encouragingly as he ladled out our breakfast.

From "The Hiding Place" by Corrie ten Boom