behind bars
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behind bars(
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haynd
barz
)A phrase is a group of words commonly used together (e.g., once upon a time).
1. (figurative) (in jail)
A phrase used as a figure of speech or a word that is symbolic in meaning; metaphorical (e.g., carrot, bean).
a. entre rejas
The killer has been arrested, and he will spend the rest of his life behind bars.Han arrestado al asesino, y pasará el resto de su vida entre rejas.
b. tras las rejas
That man can't hurt you anymore. He is behind bars, and that is where he will stay.Ese hombre ya no te puede lastimar. Está tras las rejas, y ahí se va a quedar.
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