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redeem

[ri-deem] / rɪˈdim /




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Three, now that he’s disgraced himself and severely harmed people around the country, he’s got a chance to redeem himself.

From Slate • Apr. 10, 2026

Blue Owl opted to cap redemptions in both funds at 5%, a reversal from its decision in January allowing shareholders to redeem 15% from the technology fund.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 2, 2026

Ortiz’s show premiering at the Joy Who Lived Festival revels in the unhinged and urges people to judge each other for past messes with the opportunity to redeem oneself through comedy.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 1, 2026

Investors sought to redeem 11.6% of the fund’s shares, or $1.2 billion worth.

From Barron's • Mar. 25, 2026

It’s the one you spend all your energy on, it bears the fullness of your thoughts until done, the kind of job that if you mess up you’ve got only one more chance to redeem.

From "Native Speaker" by Chang-rae Lee




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