reprieve
Example Sentences
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Spurs escaped at the 11th hour, but it was a reprieve borne of luck more than judgement.
From BBC • May 25, 2026
In response, Tennessee Governor Bill Lee said he would grant Carruthers a temporary reprieve from execution for one year.
From BBC • May 21, 2026
But with little progress on the issues festering and so much riding on their relationship, any reprieve could be temporary—and the space for surprises large.
From Barron's • May 12, 2026
William Cobb and Todd Weaver, Freeport’s vice president and senior counsel, respectively, emailed the EPA in March 2025 to request a reprieve from the Clean Air Act.
From Salon • May 10, 2026
In spite of the reprieve from fighting with Theo, Vincent feels gloomy.
From "Vincent and Theo: The Van Gogh Brothers" by Deborah Heiligman
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