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absolve

[ab-zolv, -solv] / æbˈzɒlv, -ˈsɒlv /


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This documentary doesn’t absolve any sins; it highlights them.

From Salon • Feb. 1, 2026

Rather than developing parallel systems that may make markets less efficient and transparent and absolve companies of the responsibility of managing risks, we need strengthened implementation of proven frameworks.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 30, 2026

However, the Nuremberg tribunals after World War II established in international law that obeying an unlawful order does not absolve an individual of responsibility for atrocities.

From Slate • Dec. 3, 2025

And then go the next day to absolve myself.

From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 11, 2025

No plan to take down the Oakland Police Department would absolve his heart.

From "Anger Is a Gift" by Mark Oshiro




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