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penitentiaries
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监狱, 教养所
a prison or correctional facility where individuals convicted of serious crimes are confined and undergo rehabilitation
- The notorious criminal was sentenced to life in the state penitentiary.
那个臭名昭著的罪犯被判处终身监禁在州监狱。
- The penitentiary has strict security measures to prevent any attempts at escape.
监狱有严格的安全措施以防止任何逃跑企图。
- The governor visited the penitentiary to inspect the conditions and speak with inmates.
州长参观了监狱，视察条件并与囚犯交谈。
- Rehabilitation programs in the penitentiary aim to prepare inmates for reintegration into society.
监狱中的康复计划旨在为囚犯重新融入社会做准备。
- The penitentiary is located on the outskirts of the city, surrounded by high walls and guard towers.
监狱位于城市郊区，四周是高墙和警戒塔。
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