absolution

Example Sentences

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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

"Repatriation would not be moral absolution, if someone came back it wouldn't prevent them from potentially being prosecuted for what they've done," he said.

From BBC • Jan. 10, 2025

And “Happy for You” is a post-breakup song that radiates absolution for all involved.

From New York Times • May 3, 2024

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

He wanted to tell her that Sarai understood, but that absolution could come only from Sarai.

From "Strange the Dreamer" by Laini Taylor