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Discover LudwigThe phrase "being in jail" is correct and usable in written English.
It can be used to describe the state or condition of someone who is incarcerated.
Example: "After being in jail for several months, he finally had a chance to appeal his sentence."
Alternatives: "incarceration" or "serving time."
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"It's like being in jail.
"This place, it's like being in jail".
"It was like being in jail," said another woman, Delband.
When you think about it, being in jail is on the cutting edge of not being in jail.
It was horrible being in jail, although I'm gonna have a great routine about it.
"Being home is way better than being in jail," he told me.
"No human can accept being in jail for one hour without any charge or reason".
Mr Karunanidhi has also refused to seek bail; being in jail provides ever more photo-opportunities.
"It was like being in jail or something," Mr. Hart said of the shelter.
Strangely enough, being in jail has gotten me more interested in Peruvian culture".
"His being in jail is not a loss to the city at all".
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