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leniency

[lee-nee-uhn-see, leen-yuhn-] / ˈli ni ən si, ˈlin yən- /


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He no doubt is hoping for leniency in sentencing.

From The Wall Street Journal

There needs to be much more leniency with employers and in workplaces to allow women and men to be able to leave the workplace and go to these appointments that are life-saving.

From BBC

South Korea's courts often grant leniency when the accused accepts guilt or responsibility.

From BBC

China's Ministry of Public Security said Thursday it would offer leniency if Chen's cronies turned themselves in.

From Barron's

Switzerland's president Guy Parmelin said he expected justice "without delay and without leniency".

From BBC