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prison term

NOUN

time spent in prison

Synonyms

STRONGEST

tour of duty

WEAK

slammer time stretch

Example Sentences

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Before the proceeding, prosecutors had asked the judge to sentence Daedone to a 20-year prison term, saying her conduct caused immeasurable damage.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 30, 2026

Coberg’s attorney had requested a two-year prison term.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 16, 2026

Danielle believes no prison term could outweigh the lifelong regret and guilt Roberts carries, adding: "I think actually coming back into the community is harder because you've got to face people."

From BBC • Feb. 26, 2026

Also present is Johnathan Lee Riches, a veteran troll and convicted scammer, who—after finishing a prison term for wire fraud—has successfully rebranded as an investigative journalist.

From Slate • Feb. 23, 2026

A lengthy prison term may increase the odds that re-entry will be extremely difficult, leading to relapse, and re-imprisonment.

From "The New Jim Crow" by Michelle Alexander