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forgiven

ADJECTIVE
excused
Synonyms


Example Sentences

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“I’m about to get all my loans forgiven, and so are you,” says the woman in the video.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 30, 2026

"I always believe in forgiveness, but I cannot comprehend how such a selfish act should be forgiven," said his daughter Kate, adding her father's death "was completely avoidable."

From BBC • Apr. 29, 2026

Americans could be forgiven for wondering what is the point of the old country beyond some fine costume drama, a smattering of challenging golf courses, and a cheap alternative for their children’s education.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 27, 2026

Stafford could have been forgiven for feeling surprised.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 24, 2026

Einar, though, had never forgiven himself; he lived in self-imposed shame and stayed mostly silent.

From "Son" by Lois Lowry



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