forgave
Americanverb
verb
Example Sentences
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I never forgave him for leaving us and hurting my mother.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 23, 2026
The speech was exploitative, but not demeaning, and the public forgave Nixon.
From Salon ● May 8, 2026
In response, Battle’s daughter not only forgave Burton, but has become an active advocate for his clemency.
From Slate ● Mar. 6, 2026
While their daughter, Alice, says her father "never forgave himself".
From BBC ● Feb. 13, 2026
I only knew at this moment, my father forgave me for not having done what I was supposed to do: look out for my sisters.
From "Gone Crazy in Alabama" by Rita Williams-Garcia
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