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forgiving

[fer-giv-ing] / fərˈgɪv ɪŋ /
ADJECTIVE
sparing
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But his personal life stemmed from not ever forgiving his mother for leaving him behind when he was little.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 9, 2026

Many feature lower credit limits, educational tools and approval standards that are more forgiving than those for traditional cards.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 9, 2026

But the next 100 days could be less forgiving.

From Barron's • Jun. 8, 2026

Throughout history, kings and popes traditionally celebrated “jubilee” years with granting pardons and forgiving sins.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 13, 2026

And if they’re not in a forgiving frame of mind, what will it be like for him to be so helpless in their hands?

From "Water for Elephants" by Sara Gruen




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