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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

pardoning

/ˈpɑːrdənɪŋ/ verb · British & US
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What does pardoning mean?

verb

The act of forgiving or showing mercy to someone who has done something wrong. To officially forgive someone for a crime or offense.

Example

"The president issued a pardon to the convicted felon, allowing them to go free."

Definition generated by AI and curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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