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Word of the Day Wednesday, June 10, 2026

reprieved

/rɪˈprɪvd/ verb · British & US
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What does reprieved mean?

verb

To cancel or postpone a punishment or penalty, especially a death sentence. To save someone from a punishment or penalty.

Example

"The governor reprieved the prisoner, commuting his sentence to life in prison."

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