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forgive

/fɔːɡɪv/ verb · British & US
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What does forgive mean?

verb

To stop feeling angry or upset with someone because they have apologized or made amends, or to stop blaming someone for something.

Example

"She forgave him for what he had done and they were able to move on."

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