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prison

[priz-uhn] / ˈprɪz ən /


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Numerous inmates at the prison, which is located near the ammunitions store, are reported to have been injured.

From BBC

The bonus scene takes place sometime after the movie’s main story ends at the prison where Bowser and Bowser Jr. have been locked up.

From Los Angeles Times

Iranians can be sent to prison for speaking to certain international media.

From BBC

District Judge Diane Gujarati in Brooklyn said that a lengthy prison term was necessary to prevent Daedone from committing further crimes.

From The Wall Street Journal

The court heard the boy had been "shocked" after his grandfather warned him he could end up in prison if he did not change his behaviour.

From BBC