forgivable

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And at this precise moment, amid a coalition burned out on self-flagellation and ascetic living, a Totenkopf has been deemed forgivable.

From Slate • Apr. 13, 2026

In other words: Was he forgivable or not?

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 5, 2026

Though some programs offer grants or forgivable loans, many are structured as a second loan for the buyer.

From MarketWatch • Jan. 31, 2026

"I find it more difficult when VAR with all different angles make wrong decisions. This guy has just made a human error, it's more forgivable."

From BBC • May 26, 2025

“It would be forgivable if it were somebody else. Not my sister,” she said.

From "Half of a Yellow Sun" by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie