reprieving 1 of 2

reprieving

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verb

present participle of reprieve

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of Synonyms for reprieving
Verb
  • Trump was previously asked about potentially pardoning Combs in May, at the outset of the music mogul's trial.
    Liam Quinn, PEOPLE, 21 Oct. 2025
  • Advertisement The family has spoken out against the possibility of Trump pardoning Maxwell since she was moved to a minimum security facility.
    Rebecca Schneid, Time, 23 Aug. 2025
Verb
  • There are five plush layers in total, starting with a pressure-relieving base and topped off with a cool, soft wool surface.
    Nashia Baker, Architectural Digest, 4 Nov. 2025
  • At the time, Kenvue said in a statement that acetaminophen is the safest pain-relieving option for pregnant women.
    Melina Khan, USA Today, 3 Nov. 2025
Verb
  • His plays gleefully plumb the wickedest aspects of the human psyche, delivering tales of relentless conquest, Jewish perfidy, deals with the devil, and gay love.
    Isaac Butler, The Atlantic, 3 Nov. 2025
  • Messengers had to use side or back entrances when delivering contracts and blueprints and photobooks to banks, law firms, and fashion houses.
    Evan Friss, Time, 3 Nov. 2025
Verb
  • Startups like ​​NoamAI have introduced support systems powered by AI aimed at assisting the towers.
    Eoin Higgins, Fortune, 29 Oct. 2025
  • That friend is alleged to have sold the information to others, and those others placed bets on the prop bet of Terry scoring under, assisting under, shooting under the line set by various bet houses.
    Anthony Chiang, Miami Herald, 29 Oct. 2025
Verb
  • Antibiotics, muscle relaxants and sedation can all play a role in aiding recovery.
    Jack Beresford, MSNBC Newsweek, 31 Oct. 2025
  • Even then, Machitar was still aiding Perez.
    Blake Nelson, San Diego Union-Tribune, 27 Oct. 2025
Verb
  • And neither Mann nor Lockwood sees much value in the current, large-scale practice of releasing live larvae or young oysters into the bay.
    JSTOR Daily, JSTOR Daily, 31 Oct. 2025
  • Offset has delivered a Halloween treat to fans, releasing his surprise new solo album Haunted by Fame.
    Jessica Lynch, Billboard, 31 Oct. 2025
Verb
  • The Mediheal Collagen Essential Beauty Mask, which has a mild fragrance and boosts skin with moisture while helping to tighten its appearance.
    Stacia Datskovska, Footwear News, 29 Oct. 2025
  • Chia seeds are tiny, edible seeds that pack a nutritional punch, helping to support stable blood sugar levels thanks to their high fiber and protein content.
    Mira Miller, Verywell Health, 29 Oct. 2025
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“Reprieving.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/reprieving. Accessed 5 Nov. 2025.

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