leniency

Example Sentences

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In a stroke of luck, he drew a judge known for leniency.

From Slate • Mar. 25, 2026

“I think that we have gone a little bit too far in allowing leniency and trying to be compassionate,” he said, “and sometimes maybe forgetting what it was that victims went through.”

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 25, 2026

South Korea's courts often grant leniency when the accused accepts guilt or responsibility.

From BBC • Jan. 16, 2026

China's Ministry of Public Security said Thursday it would offer leniency if Chen's cronies turned themselves in.

From Barron's • Jan. 15, 2026

“Well! Is that the kind of leniency you show your boys on their math and French in school? They must never learn anything!”

From "The Poisonwood Bible" by Barbara Kingsolver