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absolution

[ab-suh-loo-shuhn] / ˌæb səˈlu ʃən /


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Lowery explores the wounds inflicted by fame’s piercing orbit, implying that absolution isn’t attained by climbing stardom’s echelons, but by falling just before reaching the top, hitting every last regret on the way down.

From Salon • Apr. 24, 2026

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

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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