Example Sentences
Recent Examples of Synonyms for shriving
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Trump previously voiced support for pardoning Netanyahu and discussed the matter during their Monday meeting at Mar-a-Lago.—
Christian Datoc,
The Washington Examiner,
29 Dec. 2025 -
Biden courted controversy by pardoning his son before leaving office.—
Daniel Arkin,
NBC news,
16 Dec. 2025
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This opening scene establishes a human, forgiving tone for a movie in which we are often encouraged to laugh with our heroes but never at them.—
Peter Tonguette,
The Washington Examiner,
9 Jan. 2026
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The waistband of the wide-leg trousers is fitted with elastic for a stretchy, forgiving fit, and they’re even designed with two deep side pockets that’ll hold your phone in a pinch.—
Merrell Readman,
Travel + Leisure,
7 Jan. 2026
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The 1996 law reforming immigration law did a number of things.—
Bobby Zirkin,
Baltimore Sun,
1 Jan. 2026
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Several provisions in the contract are aimed at reforming operations to bolster public safety infrastructure in the city, Wu’s office said.—
Gayla Cawley,
Boston Herald,
30 Dec. 2025
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Don’t err by thinking these fans can just walk out of the jail, reclaiming their Sundays for something fun.—
Tom Krasovic,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
6 Jan. 2026
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Byrne toured heavily and wasn’t shy about playing his old band’s classic songs, essentially reclaiming them for himself.—
Andy Greene,
Rolling Stone,
5 Jan. 2026
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Before kickoff on Sunday night, a priest was seen blessing the end zone where Ravens kicker Ravens kicker Tyler Loop would eventually miss the would-be walk-off field goal that would have sent Baltimore into the playoffs.—
Paulina Dedaj,
FOXNews.com,
5 Jan. 2026
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Jupiter enters Leo on June 30th, staying for 13 months, blessing your finances, self-esteem, and earning ability.—
Dossé-Via Trenou,
Refinery29,
23 Dec. 2025
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“Shriving.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/shriving. Accessed 12 Jan. 2026.
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