jails

[US]/dʒeɪlz/
[UK]/dʒeɪlz/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n.places where prisoners are confined
v.to confine someone in a jail

Phrases & Collocations

city jails

county jails

state jails

women's jails

juvenile jails

federal jails

local jails

private jails

detention jails

temporary jails

Example Sentences

many jails are overcrowded and lack proper facilities.

some jails offer rehabilitation programs for inmates.

jails are designed to keep offenders away from society.

prison reform advocates argue for better conditions in jails.

jails often struggle with mental health issues among inmates.

many jails are located in rural areas to reduce costs.

some jails have programs that allow inmates to work.

jails can sometimes be a place for reflection and change.

in some countries, jails are used for political prisoners.

jails need to provide adequate healthcare for inmates.

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