# imprisoning

Pronunciation: say "im-PRIZ-uh-ning" /ɪmˈpɹɪzənɪŋ/

## Verb

1. Present participle and gerund of imprison. — present participle and gerund of imprison
   - Simple: Present participle of imprison. Use this form to talk about the act of locking someone up while it is happening.
   - _The regime kept imprisoning dissidents without ever bringing formal charges._
   - _Imprisoning political opponents drew sharp condemnation from human rights groups._

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