forgiveness
noun
for·give·ness
fər-ˈgiv-nəs 
fȯr-
: the act of forgiving
I ask for your forgiveness.
Examples of forgiveness in a Sentence
She treats us with kindness and forgiveness.
they asked her forgiveness for failing to invite her to the party
Recent Examples on the Web
The play may provoke thoughts on forgiveness, revenge and reconciliation, prompting audiences to consider how societies can heal after such profound wounds.
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Linda Chase, Sun Sentinel, 15 July 2024
What’s on her mind these days is the freedom of second acts, the power of forgiveness and the futility of judgment.
—Helena Andrews-Dyer, Washington Post, 13 July 2024
Later on, the Moon will trine open-minded Jupiter, encouraging optimism, forgiveness, and healing.
—Tarot.com, New York Daily News, 12 July 2024
The search for inheritance becomes a search for her own identity, but also for forgiveness.
—Melanie Goodfellow, Deadline, 12 July 2024
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Linda Chase, Sun Sentinel, 15 July 2024
What’s on her mind these days is the freedom of second acts, the power of forgiveness and the futility of judgment.
—Helena Andrews-Dyer, Washington Post, 13 July 2024
Later on, the Moon will trine open-minded Jupiter, encouraging optimism, forgiveness, and healing.
—Tarot.com, New York Daily News, 12 July 2024
The search for inheritance becomes a search for her own identity, but also for forgiveness.
—Melanie Goodfellow, Deadline, 12 July 2024
See all Example Sentences for forgiveness
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“Forgiveness.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/forgiveness. Accessed 26 Jul. 2024.
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forgiveness
noun
for·give·ness
fər-ˈgiv-nəs
fȯr-
: the act of forgiving : pardon
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