prison
/ˈpɹɪzn̩/noun
ElementaryNot in standard dictionaries
1
A place or institution where people are held against their will, in the US especially for long-term confinement, as of those convicted of serious crimes or otherwise considered undesirable by the government.
2
Confinement in prison.
3
Any restrictive environment, such as a harsh academy or home.
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Words starting with the same consonant sound — used in poetry and prose to create rhythm, emphasis, and memorable phrasing (e.g. “Peter Piper picked”)
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Words sharing similar vowel sounds regardless of starting letter — creates internal melody in writing
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