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Jail Slangily Crossword Clue

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We've checked our database and believe the answer is SLAMMER which was last seen in the New York Times crossword.
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We think the answer to this crossword clue is: SLAMMER

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We think the answer is "SLAMMER" which means:

    noun
  • • A person who closes things violently
  • • A correctional institution used to detain persons who are in the lawful custody of the government (either accused persons awaiting trial or convicted persons serving a sentence)

An example sentence would be:

  • • "He was sentenced to five years in the slammer for his involvement in the robbery."
  • • "After a long trial, the notorious criminal was finally sent to the slammer for life."

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Source #Number Answer
New York Times08 Sep 2014 Down 9
New York Times07 Jul 2003 Down 22
New York Times15 May 2003 Across 41
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