death sentence

noun

1. a sentence condemning a convicted felon to execution by the state.

Example Sentences

One of the armed men is heard saying: "The death sentence has been decided for all collaborators".

From BBC

“Escape is impossible for many. … People left behind have been handed a death sentence,” said Christoph Lockyear, secretary-general of Doctors Without Borders, known as MSF, in a statement on Monday.

From Los Angeles Times

That state’s law requires the trial court that handed down a death sentence to conduct a “death warrant hearing” before an execution can be authorized.

From Slate

Israel's leaders, meanwhile, are under intense pressure at home from hostage families, who say plans to take the city are a death sentence for living relatives being held there.

From BBC

Mr Paliwal said he had forwarded the order to the high court for confirmation of the death sentence, but added that the convict had 30 days to appeal.

From BBC

Related Words

• capital punishment