virtually imprison

Frequency: 4.00.4 per million words

Used metaphorically to describe a situation that severely restricts someone's freedom, as if they were in prison.

imprisonADVERB + imprison

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Examples (10)

  • Her fear virtually imprisoned her in her home.
  • The economic crisis virtually imprisoned many families in poverty.
  • His chronic illness virtually imprisoned him within the walls of his bedroom.
  • The small town's isolation virtually imprisoned its residents, limiting their opportunities.
  • The harsh rules of the oppressive regime virtually imprisoned its citizens, stifling dissent.
  • For many, student loan debt can virtually imprison them, preventing financial freedom.
  • The language barrier virtually imprisoned her, making communication with locals nearly impossible.
  • The constant surveillance in the totalitarian state virtually imprisoned everyone, even those not behind bars.
  • He felt that his strict upbringing had virtually imprisoned his spirit.
  • The outdated technology virtually imprisoned the company, hindering its progress and innovation.