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Discover LudwigThe phrase "life sentence" is a correct and usable expression in written English.
You can use it to refer to a prison term of indefinite duration, usually for serious crimes. For example, "The criminal was convicted and sentenced to a life sentence for his heinous acts".
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life sentence
noun
A sentence of imprisonment for the rest of the defendant's life.
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Smith received a life sentence.
He faces a life sentence.
She has a life sentence.
He received a life sentence.
This was a life sentence.
A capital life sentence.
That's my life sentence.
The conviction carried a mandatory life sentence.
Nonetheless, Mr. Ghailani received a life sentence.
He is now serving a life sentence.
Victory usually means a life sentence.
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