pardon
noun
kind indulgence, as in forgiveness of an offense or discourtesy or in tolerance of a distraction or inconvenience.
pardons
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pluralof pardon.plural
The grammatical form denoting more than one person, place, thing, or idea.
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present tense formof pardon (3rd person singular).present tense
Used to describe things happening now or regularly.
pardonnounkind indulgence, as in forgiveness of an offense or discourtesy or in tolerance of a distraction or inconvenience.
Example Sentences
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And under the state constitution, only the governor has the power to issue pardons.
From Salon ● Aug. 10, 2026
In Northern Ireland, the Department of Justice is working on a review of the pardons and disregards scheme, with a view to bringing new proposals to the Executive in the next Assembly mandate.
From BBC ● Jun. 12, 2026
Throughout history, kings and popes traditionally celebrated “jubilee” years with granting pardons and forgiving sins.
From The Wall Street Journal ● May 13, 2026
What she wants is an apology, and Mary batting her eyes and offering her heartfelt pardons won’t be enough.
From Salon ● Apr. 24, 2026
“The women were all offered pardons as well.”
From "In the Time of the Butterflies" by Julia Alvarez
