incarceration
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Definition
Incarceration is the act of putting someone in prison or jail as punishment for a crime.
Usage & Nuances
Formal and legal term; often used in legal, academic, and sociopolitical discussions. Collocates with 'serve', 'face', 'period of', and 'rate of incarceration'. Refer to prisons, not detention for non-criminal reasons. Do not confuse with 'detention', which is broader.
Example Sentences
The judge ordered the incarceration of the suspect.
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His incarceration lasted five years.
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Many people are against the incarceration of young offenders.
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After years of incarceration, he finally got a second chance at life.
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The documentary explores the impact of mass incarceration on communities.
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Advocates are calling for alternatives to incarceration, especially for non-violent crimes.
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