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commutation

[kom-yuh-tey-shuhn] / ˌkɒm jəˈteɪ ʃən /


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He has not asked for a commutation, which is a shortening of a criminal sentence being served.

From BBC Jun. 8, 2026

Making Peters’ commutation even worse is the fact that Vice President J.D.

From Slate May 21, 2026

“The crimes you were convicted of are very serious and you deserve to spend time in prison,” Polis wrote in his commutation letter.

From Los Angeles Times May 20, 2026

The commutation to four years and 4.5 months means Peters will be released on parole on June 1.

From Barron's May 15, 2026

"Some weather! Hot! Hot! Hot! Is it hot enough for you? Is it hot? Is it . . . ?" My commutation ticket came back to me with a dark stain from his hand.

From " The Great Gatsby" by F. Scott Fitzgerald




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