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reprieving

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verb

present participle of reprieve
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Adjective
  • For many, super-commuting is about priorities.
    Connor Letourneau, San Francisco Chronicle, 28 Mar. 2026
Verb
  • The Democrats have signaled that they are united in opposition to any talk of pardoning Maxwell.
    Shirsho Dasgupta, Miami Herald, 25 Apr. 2026
  • His legal restoration began in 2020 with Trump pardoning him for lying to the FBI.
    Michael Loria, USA Today, 26 Mar. 2026
Verb
  • Downtown businesses deal with the aftermath of folks relieving themselves in bushes, doorways and other out of sight places at night.
    Michael Perkins, The Orlando Sentinel, 10 May 2026
  • Greek Yogurt Greek yogurt is an effective food for relieving muscle cramps.
    Oluseun Olufade, Verywell Health, 8 May 2026
Verb
  • From early development to creative execution, this panel offers insight into how original ideas are brought to life across studios and continents, delivering fresh voices, distinct visual styles, and boundary-pushing humor for global audiences.
    Kevin Giraud, Variety, 11 May 2026
  • Douglas County Sheriff's Office Investigators said the driver fell asleep behind the wheel while delivering packages.
    Christa Swanson, CBS News, 11 May 2026
Verb
  • Grok’s instructions on Github, for instance, list several safety considerations including not assisting users asking about violent crimes.
    Marco Quiroz-Gutierrez, Fortune, 14 May 2026
  • The Minnesota State Fire Marshal is assisting in the investigation into what caused the fire.
    Riley Moser, CBS News, 14 May 2026
Verb
  • Authorities added that the victim's mother has also been arrested for aiding and abetting the monk.
    CBS News, CBS News, 11 May 2026
  • She had been imprisoned for more than a year on charges of treason stemming from a $52 donation to a charity aiding Ukraine.
    Christopher Cann, USA Today, 10 May 2026
Verb
  • Gary Stern, who served as general counsel of the National Archives for twenty-six years, collaborated with five Administrations—from Bill Clinton’s to Joe Biden’s—on preserving and releasing Presidential records.
    Ruth Marcus, New Yorker, 14 May 2026
  • For the record, Achane probably can’t sign a contract extension until June 2, at the earliest, when the Dolphins get money freed up from releasing edge rusher Bradley Chubb, who was designated as a June 1 cut.
    Chris Perkins, Sun Sentinel, 13 May 2026
Verb
  • Morton was critical in helping the Broncos reach their first-ever playoff appearance, ultimately getting them to Super Bowl XII during the 1977 campaign.
    Scott Thompson, FOXNews.com, 12 May 2026
  • Organic matter in milk can encourage microbial activity in garden beds, helping create a more balanced growing environment over time.
    Jessica Safavimehr, Southern Living, 11 May 2026
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“Reprieving.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/reprieving. Accessed 16 May. 2026.

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