To be in jail or prison in a dream reflects feelings of being stuck or imprisoned in a dead-end job or relationship. It may also reflect negative feelings that you cannot escape, such as depression or guilt. A jail can also represent feelings of punishment. You may feel as if you’ve been put in the doghouse unfairly, and you can’t get out or advance yourself. You may feel pigeonholed in your career or unforgiven in a relationship. Identify where you feel stuck in waking life, because your dream reflects a desire to be set free.
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