reprieve

[ri-preev] / rɪˈpriv /

NOUN

relief of blame, responsibility

Synonyms

STRONGEST

abatement absolution amnesty clemency deferment pardon postponement remission respite suspension truce

STRONG

abeyance acquittal alleviation anchor clearance commute freeing lifeboat lifesaver mitigation palliation release spring stay

WEAK

letup

Antonyms

STRONGEST

continuation

VERB

relieve of blame, responsibility

Synonyms

STRONG

abate absolve allay alleviate amnesty excuse forgive mitigate palliate pardon postpone remit respite

WEAK

grant a stay let go let off let off the hook let off this time let up on

Antonyms

STRONG

accuse aggravate blame charge condemn forward hold increase intensify magnify punish worsen

WEAK

accusation

Example Sentences

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It was only a temporary reprieve for Fulham as United took the lead from the resulting free-kick in the 19th minute.

From Barron's

They added: "We will not accept any reprieve that applies only to sitting lawmakers while others, including civil society organisations, remain sanctioned."

From BBC

That slide has since slowed down, but analysts say the reprieve is likely to be temporary.

From BBC

However, this time Newcastle were given a reprieve as Dembele's penalty was saved by Nick Pope.

From Barron's

After a tariff reprieve, European Union leaders must chart a new course for handling Washington.

From The Wall Street Journal

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