forgiveness
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Pleading with Noah's parents for forgiveness, she told the court that she "deserved to be punished".
From BBC • Apr. 17, 2026
His movie expands on films of a similar nature, finding a sweet spot where themes of empathy, forgiveness, brutality and grace can be discussed with the attention they deserve.
From Salon • Apr. 9, 2026
In a statement issued late Monday, Melvin Benn, managing director of Festival Republic which helps promote the event, urged West's critics to show him "some forgiveness".
From Barron's • Apr. 6, 2026
He asked that people “reflect on their instant comments of disgust” and “offer some forgiveness and hope to him as I have decided to do,” Benn said.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 6, 2026
Mama crying and asking his forgiveness because she had to go back to work.
From "Dear Martin" by Nic Stone
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