commutation

Example Sentences

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The latter charge, comprising a breach of allegiance owed to a sovereign or state, was crucial because it was not subject to reprieve or commutation by the governor without consent of the Legislature.

From Slate • Apr. 2, 2026

White House spokeswoman Abigail Jackson said: “President Trump is the final decider on any pardon or commutation and is exercising his constitutional authority to issue them as he deems necessary.”

From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 6, 2025

According to reports, she is working on a commutation application.

From Salon • Nov. 16, 2025

Maxwell is doing 20 years and desperately wants a pardon or sentence commutation.

From Slate • Jul. 25, 2025

"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