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confinements

noun

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Meaning

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The state of being kept in a place or restricted, like being in prison or having limited freedom.

Example Sentence

The long confinements in the castle made the prisoners desperate for freedom.

Usage Note

Describes situations where someone or something is kept in a limited space or under strict control, such as imprisonment, quarantine, or even the limitations imposed by a difficult situation.