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View synonyms for chain gang
chain gang
noun
- a group of convicts chained together, especially when working outside.
chain gang
noun
- a group of convicted prisoners chained together, usually while doing hard labour
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Word History and Origins
Origin of chain gang1
First recorded in 1825–35
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Example Sentences
When he ripped open his shirt to show the brand from the chain gang, it got applause.
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Quite naturally the life was far from pleasant to the chain-gang and they watched eagerly for a chance to escape.
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Sadler nodded, and we sat and watched the chain gang, till the Mayor came in out of breath.
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Every vagrant picked up by the police was tried and sentenced and shipped out to a chain-gang camp.
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Bullen's always good at fighting an uphill game, and he would show off to great advantage in a chain-gang.
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If there is a dissenting vote, then he shel be put onto the chain gang for six months for his impudence in makin sich a request.
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