imprison for

Frequency: 7.02.5 per million words

To specify the reason for imprisonment, such as a crime or debt.

imprisonimprison + PREPOSITION

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Examples (10)

  • He was imprisoned for debt.
  • The activist was imprisoned for his political beliefs.
  • She was imprisoned for a minor offense.
  • Many innocent people are imprisoned for crimes they didn't commit.
  • The dictator imprisoned dissidents for speaking out against the regime.
  • He was imprisoned for treason after a long trial.
  • The suspect could be imprisoned for fraud.
  • They were imprisoned for refusing to cooperate with the authorities.
  • Historically, rulers often imprisoned their rivals for perceived threats.
  • If found guilty, she will be imprisoned for her involvement in the conspiracy.