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as in fulfills
to do what is required by the terms of
the Little League coach redeemed his promise to take the players out for ice cream if they improved their fielding over the season
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as in rehabilitates
to make better in behavior or character
the unfaithful husband made a determined effort to redeem himself in the eyes of his wife and children
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as in compensates
to make up for (an offense)
quickly redeemed the offending remark with a sincere and unconditional apology
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Recent Examples of redeems
When a child redeems their certificate with Pizza Hut, they are celebrated.
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Angela Andaloro, PEOPLE, 29 Apr. 2026
By the end of the season-five premiere, however, A-Train redeems himself.
—Derek Lawrence, Vulture, 10 Apr. 2026
Fortunately, the play has a surprise ending that somewhat redeems the characters and story.
—Pam Kragen, San Diego Union-Tribune, 18 Mar. 2026
In many ways, an athlete who redeems herself is far more relatable than one who simply dominates her sport from one Olympic cycle to the next.
—Frederick Dreier, Outside, 18 Feb. 2026
What redeems him, at least in the reader’s eyes, is Catherine’s love.
—New York Times, 4 Feb. 2026
Gabriel And Lil'Jordan Humphrey totally redeems himself.
—Joe Nguyen, Denver Post, 17 Jan. 2026
Earnify also redeems users on points to use inside convenient stores and gas stations, for all your road trip snack needs.
—Paige Moore, AZCentral.com, 23 Oct. 2025
Portrayed throughout the season as an unholy fool of sorts, free of malice and premeditation and utterly harmless once properly medicated, Ed redeems himself to a certain extent.
—Judy Berman, Time, 6 Oct. 2025
Angela Andaloro, PEOPLE, 29 Apr. 2026
By the end of the season-five premiere, however, A-Train redeems himself.
—Derek Lawrence, Vulture, 10 Apr. 2026
Fortunately, the play has a surprise ending that somewhat redeems the characters and story.
—Pam Kragen, San Diego Union-Tribune, 18 Mar. 2026
In many ways, an athlete who redeems herself is far more relatable than one who simply dominates her sport from one Olympic cycle to the next.
—Frederick Dreier, Outside, 18 Feb. 2026
What redeems him, at least in the reader’s eyes, is Catherine’s love.
—New York Times, 4 Feb. 2026
Gabriel And Lil'Jordan Humphrey totally redeems himself.
—Joe Nguyen, Denver Post, 17 Jan. 2026
Earnify also redeems users on points to use inside convenient stores and gas stations, for all your road trip snack needs.
—Paige Moore, AZCentral.com, 23 Oct. 2025
Portrayed throughout the season as an unholy fool of sorts, free of malice and premeditation and utterly harmless once properly medicated, Ed redeems himself to a certain extent.
—Judy Berman, Time, 6 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for redeems
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And if some don’t feel like The Mandalorian fulfills that mission,there’s always Starfighter (also greenlit under Kennedy).—
Pamela McClintock,
HollywoodReporter,
22 May 2026
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Meanwhile, José Arcadio Segundo fulfills the patriarch's dream of connecting Macondo to the outside world.—
Veronica Villafañe,
Forbes.com,
20 May 2026
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Nate comes back to life and strangles Cassie in a dark green Bottega Veneta suit, then Maddy saves her.—
Savannah Walsh,
Vanity Fair,
29 May 2026
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And generic competition saves consumers and taxpayers money, with prices falling 15% to 40% when three to five generics enter the market, and as much as 90% once 10 or more enter.—
Wayne T Brough,
Oc Register,
29 May 2026
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Chester Leonard rehabilitates wounded bald eagles and other large raptors at the Southwest Virginia Wildlife Center of Roanoke.—
DANA HEDGPETH THE WASHINGTON POST,
Arkansas Online,
24 May 2026
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Berman rehabilitates rabbits that are abandoned, neglected, abused, and in danger of being euthanized.—
Sharon Chin,
CBS News,
2 Apr. 2026
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There is no meaningful amount of last-minute effort that compensates for months of unfocused or incomplete readiness.—
Lyssanoel Frater,
USA Today,
3 June 2026
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Although Emery has tailored a style which compensates for the possibility of creaking legs and a reduction in athleticism — Villa conserve energy very well, which has been critical in managing a European schedule — this cannot last forever.—
Jacob Tanswell,
New York Times,
28 Apr. 2026
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Trump will only make a deal that satisfies his red lines, the official said, referring to the president’s demands that Iran must abandon its nuclear program, give up its enriched uranium supplies and open the Strait of Hormuz.—
Kate Sullivan,
Fortune,
30 May 2026
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Using keywords satisfies those requirements, even if the conversation doesn't come to a satisfying conclusion.—
Jill Duffy,
PC Magazine,
28 May 2026
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Boyd shows up and rescues the Marsies, including Lily, who has taken on a journalistic role with her video camera.—
Sophie Brookover,
Vulture,
22 May 2026
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Galante, 48, lives in North Carolina with 14 cats — Bean, Sunny, Princess Butterscotch, Dumpling, Penny, Shadow, Eugene, Miles, Leo, Oreo, Ranger, Timmy, Pumpkin and Miso — all rescues she's taken in since 2023.—
Ashley Vega,
PEOPLE,
24 Apr. 2026
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The bond also has a maturity date, which is when the issuer repays the principal.—
Encyclopedia Britannica,
Encyclopedia Britannica,
2 Apr. 2026
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The Creature repays the favor by using his strength to free the ship from its icy prison.—
Randall Colburn,
Entertainment Weekly,
12 Mar. 2026
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Today, with an easy island glamour done in white columns and blue arches, the hotel itself retains its air of romance, and its location on a private beach keeps celebrities cycling through.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
2 June 2026
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Krylon suggests painting your porch decor with this shade, giving your home's entryway a timeless look—indoors, Ink Blue furniture keeps your space grounded and stylish.—
Sophia Beams,
Better Homes & Gardens,
1 June 2026
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“Redeems.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/redeems. Accessed 5 Jun. 2026.
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