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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

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

From New York Times • May 3, 2024

We may have rescinded that for absolution for Weiss and Benioff by the end of “Game of Thrones,” but it started well enough.

From Salon • Mar. 21, 2024

I thought I’d feel guilty, like I betrayed her, but what I feel—particularly in light of Charlie’s sympathetic nodding—is more like absolution.

From "Water for Elephants" by Sara Gruen