absolution

Example Sentences

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Did writing the book make you think about aging or absolution differently at all?

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 26, 2026

It wouldn’t be an Aronofsky film if his characters weren’t damned from the start, forced to spend the movie’s runtime seeking absolution wherever they can get it.

From Salon • Aug. 29, 2025

While absolution is central to Welby's lifelong faith, his forgiveness of Smyth may sit uncomfortably with some survivors, who have accused him of failing to engage with them.

From BBC • Mar. 30, 2025

And “Happy for You” is a post-breakup song that radiates absolution for all involved.

From New York Times • May 3, 2024

Preemptive penance and absolution were doctrines researched and developed by the Consistorial Court, but not known to the wider Church.

From "The Amber Spyglass" by Philip Pullman