jail cell
Example Sentences
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The single-room unit is a long way from perfect -- he says it has the air of a "jail cell" -- but it's a huge improvement on sleeping in his car.
From Barron's • Jun. 7, 2026
She referenced recorded statements allegedly made by another defendant, Jose Jonathan Castillo, inside his jail cell.
From Los Angeles Times • May 28, 2026
When the Mandalorian needs to break Rotta out of a jail cell, he simply puts a gadget on the door, and the thing is done.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 21, 2026
“You’re going to get people like Estelle,” he said, “who haven’t meant to do anything wrong, getting detained in a jail cell in Michigan.”
From Salon • May 14, 2026
Her perfectly manicured nails gave the impression that she knew her way around the salon much better than she did a jail cell.
From "City Spies" by James Ponti
