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as in forgave
to cease to have feelings of anger or bitterness toward
he eventually pardoned his sister after she apologized
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as in ignored
to dismiss as of little importance
I'm willing to pardon a little sloppiness of dress in such a kind and loving person
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Recent Examples of pardoned
Carter pardoned Vietnam draft dodgers, signed the Camp David Accords, 1gave away the Panama Canal for $1, and created the Department of Energy and the Department of Education.
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New York Times, 11 June 2026
The pardon covered any and all federal offenses, dating back to 2014; the President preëmptively pardoned several other family members as well.
—Amy Davidson Sorkin, New Yorker, 9 June 2026
In June 2024, he was convicted of three felonies; Joe, near the end of his term six months later, pardoned his son, despite earlier pledging not to do so.
—David A. Graham, The Atlantic, 8 June 2026
Trump pardoned an ex-Indiana congressman convicted of insider trading.
—Joe Mutascio, IndyStar, 8 June 2026
Trump pardoned or commuted the sentences of all 1,500 charged or convicted in connection with the riot on his first day back in office last year, including the leaders of far-right street gangs and militias.
—Joseph Konig, PEOPLE, 4 June 2026
Purvis remained behind bars until 1898, when Mississippi’s governor pardoned him.
—Austin Sarat, The Conversation, 4 June 2026
In 2019, the men were posthumously pardoned and a memorial was unveiled at the historic courthouse in Tavares.
—Cristóbal Reyes, The Orlando Sentinel, 27 May 2026
They were pardoned in 2019 and exonerated in 2021.
—Gray Rohrer, Miami Herald, 25 May 2026
New York Times, 11 June 2026
The pardon covered any and all federal offenses, dating back to 2014; the President preëmptively pardoned several other family members as well.
—Amy Davidson Sorkin, New Yorker, 9 June 2026
In June 2024, he was convicted of three felonies; Joe, near the end of his term six months later, pardoned his son, despite earlier pledging not to do so.
—David A. Graham, The Atlantic, 8 June 2026
Trump pardoned an ex-Indiana congressman convicted of insider trading.
—Joe Mutascio, IndyStar, 8 June 2026
Trump pardoned or commuted the sentences of all 1,500 charged or convicted in connection with the riot on his first day back in office last year, including the leaders of far-right street gangs and militias.
—Joseph Konig, PEOPLE, 4 June 2026
Purvis remained behind bars until 1898, when Mississippi’s governor pardoned him.
—Austin Sarat, The Conversation, 4 June 2026
In 2019, the men were posthumously pardoned and a memorial was unveiled at the historic courthouse in Tavares.
—Cristóbal Reyes, The Orlando Sentinel, 27 May 2026
They were pardoned in 2019 and exonerated in 2021.
—Gray Rohrer, Miami Herald, 25 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for pardoned
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The controversy surrounding the transition blush technique is just another example of how easily, in many different fields and industries, Black women’s contributions go ignored, overlooked and erased.—
Janice Gassam Asare,
Forbes.com,
11 June 2026
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Educators play a crucial role in our society, and the affordability crisis among America’s teachers can no longer be ignored.—
Randi Weingarten,
Time,
11 June 2026
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Our room promised nothing short of bliss, equipped with a soaking tub, open shower, king bed, private jacuzzi, and patio that overlooked acres of lush greenery and the famous Whale Tail Beach.—
Christina Perrier,
InStyle,
8 June 2026
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The Indigenous Setlist aims to dismantle even more preconceived notions about Native and Indigenous artists who are often overlooked despite their continued success.—
Larisha Paul,
Rolling Stone,
8 June 2026
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The three-part series examines the pop star’s 2005 molestation trial, in which he was acquitted of all charges, and features key players from the trial, including jurors, eyewitnesses and prosecutors.—
Emily St. Martin,
Los Angeles Times,
10 June 2026
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The Next Generation Action Network, a social justice group supporting Anthony, has compared him to Kyle Rittenhouse, the teen acquitted of all charges in 2021 for killing two people during unrest in Kenosha, Wisconsin.—
Eric Levenson,
CNN Money,
9 June 2026
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This massive financial scaling is justified by intense business momentum.—
Arthur Zaczkiewicz,
Footwear News,
12 June 2026
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Routine matters might be handled internally or deferred, while more significant issues justified the cost of external counsel.—
Joseph Andrew,
Forbes.com,
12 June 2026
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Pratt’s campaign team didn’t immediately respond to a request for comment after the latest vote tallies were released Sunday night.—
Noah Goldberg,
Los Angeles Times,
8 June 2026
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Jurges gallantly refused to press charges, and Popovich was released from custody.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
8 June 2026
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The governor has previously explained that difficult decisions must be made as the state could soon face an economic downturn.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
9 June 2026
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The recent fire heavily damaged the structure, and a structural assessment found that what remains is not salvageable, DPR explained.—
Christa Swanson,
CBS News,
9 June 2026
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Those sailors were exonerated 80 years later by former Navy Secretary Carlos Del Toro, who was in the audience Saturday.—
Gary Robbins,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
7 June 2026
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After 17 years behind bars, convicted for murdering his pregnant wife, Max is exonerated after someone else confesses to the crime.—
Aramide Tinubu,
Variety,
3 June 2026
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The way the righthander has been closing games for the Rays, one can be excused for thinking Baker walks on water.—
Tom Layberger,
Forbes.com,
12 June 2026
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These benefits can be extended if residents are working, excused from the work requirement or are living in a county that waives the work requirement.—
Lizzie Kane,
Sacbee.com,
10 June 2026
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“Pardoned.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pardoned. Accessed 15 Jun. 2026.
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