life sentence
Americannoun
Example Sentences
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The jury acquitted him of more serious charges that carried a possible life sentence.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 15, 2026
At the time of his surrender, Guzmán López faced a raft of U.S. federal charges, which could have carried a life sentence.
From Los Angeles Times • May 10, 2026
Extremist preacher Anjem Choudary has lost his attempt to challenge his conviction and life sentence for running a group banned under UK terror laws.
From BBC • Mar. 18, 2026
Andrews was given a life sentence with a minimum tariff of 16 years in May 2010.
From BBC • Mar. 7, 2026
He was now serving a life sentence, and advised us to control our temper.
From "Hole in My Life" by Jack Gantos
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