face jail

Frequency: 7.311.5 per million words

To be in a situation where imprisonment is a likely outcome.

jailVERB + JAIL

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face

Examples (10)

  • The defendant could face up to five years in jail for the crime.
  • If convicted, he will certainly face jail.
  • Many people who commit serious fraud often face jail time.
  • She was warned that shoplifting could make her face jail.
  • The politician might face jail if the corruption charges are proven.
  • After the incident, the driver knew he would face jail.
  • They are likely to face jail for their involvement in the conspiracy.
  • Due to the severity of the offense, the suspect expects to face jail.
  • Anyone caught smuggling drugs will face immediate jail.
  • He chose to confess, hoping to avoid facing jail for a longer term.