lenient

Example Sentences

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But recently, prosecutors dropped charges against a third of the officers and are offering lenient plea deals to several others.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 9, 2026

Sangha's lawyers in March requested the judge to issue a more lenient sentence, arguing she had "accepted responsibility for serious criminal conduct" and did not have a prior record.

From BBC • Apr. 8, 2026

But as of now, there are enough tailwinds in place—including more lenient tax policy, higher vehicle demand, and consistent retiree spending—to keep expenditures steady during the first quarter.

From Barron's • Apr. 8, 2026

So, instead of pursuing the traditional approval route, Minicircle sought to fast-track FST-344 by offering it in countries with more lenient medical regulations.

From Slate • Mar. 30, 2026

"I ask the court to be lenient, in consideration of his age," says the attorney.

From "The Boy Who Dared" by Susan Campbell Bartoletti