clemency

Example Sentences

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Within days of the interview, which was perceived in part as a ploy for clemency by Maxwell, she was moved to a minimum-security camp in Texas.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 2, 2026

Milton said that relationship played no role in his trial or clemency.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 18, 2026

“That is not unusual in complex cases involving ongoing appeals, potential clemency review, and administrative proceedings.”

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 11, 2026

Oklahoma law requires that a pardon and parole board vote in favor of clemency before the governor makes his final decision.

From Slate • Mar. 6, 2026

He knows important people have written letters on his behalf, people like his attorney and his senior district Hitler Youth leader and even Hugo, asking for clemency.

From "The Boy Who Dared" by Susan Campbell Bartoletti