commutation
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He has not asked for a commutation, which is a shortening of a criminal sentence being served.
From BBC ● Jun. 8, 2026
“The crimes you were convicted of are very serious and you deserve to spend time in prison,” Polis wrote in his commutation letter.
From Los Angeles Times ● May 20, 2026
The commutation to four years and 4.5 months means Peters will be released on parole on June 1.
From Barron's ● May 15, 2026
Wood’s commutation was one of only two clemencies granted to death row inmates in 2025, out of 47 total executions—a record high year in the United States.
From Slate ● Mar. 6, 2026
"Some weather! Hot! Hot! Hot! Is it hot enough for you? Is it hot? Is it . . . ?" My commutation ticket came back to me with a dark stain from his hand.
From " The Great Gatsby" by F. Scott Fitzgerald
Vocabulary lists containing commutation
The Executive Branch: The Presidency and Vice Presidency
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The Prince and The Pauper
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State and Local Governments, Sections 1–4
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