solitary confinement
1 of 1noun/ˈsɑləˌtɛri kənˈfaɪnmənt/
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the practice of isolating a prisoner in a small, often windowless cell, with minimal human contact or environmental stimulation, as a form of punishment or for security reasons
C2Learn more on Wikipedia- The inmate's disruptive behavior led to a disciplinary measure, resulting in a period of solitary confinement to maintain order in the prison.
- The prisoner, deemed a high-security risk, spent several weeks in solitary confinement to prevent potential disturbances with other inmates.
- The policy of solitary confinement is controversial, with critics arguing that it constitutes a form of cruel and unusual punishment.
- A prisoner exhibiting disruptive behavior in the correctional facility was transferred to solitary confinement for a specified duration.
- Some prison systems have implemented alternatives to solitary confinement, recognizing its potential negative effects on rehabilitation.
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