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sentence

Definition

  • noun: a group of words that expresses a statement, question, command, or wish
  • noun: a conclusion given on request or reached after deliberation
  • verb: to officially state the punishment given to (someone) by a court of law
  • verb: to impose a sentence on
  • usually + 'to'
  • synonyms: opinion, sense, meaning

Examples

  • The defendant was 'sentenced' and fined.

  • The judge 'sentenced' him 'to' prison.

Movie quotes

  • (..) Yes. And because you appear to be the most culpable of the defendants... and have a previous record... I hereby sentence you to six months to a year... at a youth correctional facility. No. - No, you can't do this. - Be quiet. (..)
    1996 Foxfire