pardon

Example Sentences

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Cuba announced on Thursday that it would soon pardon and release 2,010 prisoners as a “humanitarian gesture,” though it is unclear if any were protesters.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 3, 2026

The system, created during her father Alberto Fujimori's term in office, was widely criticized for unfair trials that later forced the state to pardon hundreds of prisoners.

From Barron's • Mar. 26, 2026

A White House spokesperson said “a whole team of qualified lawyers” look at every pardon request that makes its way to the president.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 18, 2026

Oklahoma law requires that a pardon and parole board vote in favor of clemency before the governor makes his final decision.

From Slate • Mar. 6, 2026

“Rex, it’s been forever! How are you? Oh lord, please pardon my appearance, I’m a mess!”

From "Free Lunch" by Rex Ogle