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Serve Jail Term

Definition: To fulfill a specified period of incarceration as a punishment for committing a crime.

Part of Speech: Verb Phrase

Senses:

1. To complete the assigned duration of imprisonment as a result of a criminal conviction.

Usages:

1. He served a jail term of five years for his involvement in the robbery.
2. After being found guilty, the defendant will serve a jail term commencing next week.
3. Those convicted of serious offenses can expect to serve long jail terms.

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