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An adjective that calls prison a learning experience and almost keeps a straight face.

means Relating to the system of punishing and supposedly rehabilitating people convicted of crimes.

from From Latin correctio, a setting-straight, via correctthe word still hopes you'll come out improved.

Euphemism dutyReplaced bluntly named penitentiaries to sound rehabilitative.
Officer rebrandPrison guards became correctional officers for the same reason.
Penitence rootPenitentiary meant a place to feel sorry.
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