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reprieve Definition and Meaning in English (reprieve definition)

noun
Synonyms:postponementpardonstay
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Reprieve definition: A reprieve is a temporary postponement of a punishment, especially a death sentence, or a temporary relief from harm or discomfort.

Definitions of Reprieve

  1. 1noun

    A reprieve is a temporary postponement of a punishment, especially a death sentence, or a temporary relief from harm or discomfort.

  2. 2verb

    To reprieve someone means to cancel or postpone the punishment of that person, especially if they are condemned to death.

Example Sentences

“The prisoner was granted a last-minute reprieve.”

“The court decided to reprieve the execution for a week.”

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past tensereprieved
present participlereprieving
pluralreprieves

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Reprieve definition: A reprieve is a temporary postponement of a punishment, especially a death sentence, or a temporary relief from harm or discomfort.
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'Reprieve' translates to 'reprieve' in English. Reprieve definition: A reprieve is a temporary postponement of a punishment, especially a death sentence, or a temporary relief from harm or discomfort.
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