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absolution

[ab-suh-loo-shuhn] / ˌæb səˈlu ʃən /


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Did writing the book make you think about aging or absolution differently at all?

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 26, 2026

While absolution is central to Welby's lifelong faith, his forgiveness of Smyth may sit uncomfortably with some survivors, who have accused him of failing to engage with them.

From BBC • Mar. 30, 2025

For some, procrastination until the precipice of death inevitably led to a rather stressful process of deathbed absolution.

From Salon • Mar. 23, 2025

Maybe they missed “The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air” reunion where he sought and received absolution from Janet Hubert, the unceremoniously disappeared dark-skinned Aunt Viv whose career was ruined in part by Smith badmouthing her.

From Salon • Dec. 6, 2022

Although I want absolution dearly, I am unable to face confession.

From "Water for Elephants" by Sara Gruen




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