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forgiven

ADJECTIVE

excused

Synonyms

STRONG

pardoned reinstated

WEAK

taken back welcomed home

Example Sentences

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When Tomas Soucek's effort grazed a post in the final stages of West Ham's defeat at Brentford on Saturday, their supporters could have been forgiven for exchanging exasperated looks.

From BBC • May 2, 2026

"I always believe in forgiveness, but I cannot comprehend how such a selfish act should be forgiven," said his daughter Kate, adding her father's death "was completely avoidable."

From BBC • Apr. 29, 2026

Americans could be forgiven for wondering what is the point of the old country beyond some fine costume drama, a smattering of challenging golf courses, and a cheap alternative for their children’s education.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 27, 2026

Stafford could have been forgiven for feeling surprised.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 24, 2026

Either Maggie hadn’t been forgiven, or she’d been forgotten; nationwide donations for her ongoing care amounted to less than ninety dollars.

From "American Spirits" by Barb Rosenstock