the joint

noun

US slang
: prison
five years in the joint

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The two companies will first focus on the joint feasibility study before exploring potential large-scale commercial opportunities. Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 12 Sep. 2026 The 23 screen sector organizations signing the joint statement include European Audiovisual Production, Screen Producers Australia, Screen Producers Ireland, Animation Ireland, Swedish Film & TV Producers and AnimFrance. Etan Vlessing, HollywoodReporter, 11 Sep. 2026 Tua Tagovailoa #1 of the Atlanta Falcons steps back to pass during the joint practice against the Indianapolis Colts at Grand Park Sports Campus on August 19, 2026 in Westfield, Indiana. Cbs News Atlanta Digital Team, CBS News, 11 Sep. 2026 Crosby created chaos during the joint practice with the Houston Texans as well, picking up multiple sacks against a line hoping to ascend in its own right. Sam Warren, New York Times, 10 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for the joint

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“The joint.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/the%20joint. Accessed 19 Sep. 2026.

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