What is another word for sent up river?
Pronunciation: [sˈɛnt ˌʌp ɹˈɪvə] (IPA) 
The phrase "sent up river" means to suffer a setback or punishment, typically by being sent to prison. There are several synonyms for this phrase that vary in tone and severity. "Sent to the slammer" and "locked up" are common slang expressions with straightforward meanings. "Banished" and "exiled" carry connotations of being cast out or shunned by society. "Sent up the river" can also be replaced by "incarcerated," "imprisoned," or "confined." These synonyms emphasize the restrictive nature of the punishment and suggest a loss of freedom or mobility. Finally, "incapacitated" and "deprived of liberty" convey a sense of powerlessness and suggest that the punishment has removed the ability to act independently.
