forgave
Americanverb
verb
Example Sentences
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Linda Hoy said Complainant B cried at the meeting when she said she forgave Sir Jeffrey.
From BBC • Jun. 12, 2026
The speech was exploitative, but not demeaning, and the public forgave Nixon.
From Salon • May 8, 2026
They helped each other with childcare, and one loaned her money for her daughters’ tuition and then forgave the loan.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 25, 2026
In response, Battle’s daughter not only forgave Burton, but has become an active advocate for his clemency.
From Slate • Mar. 6, 2026
Reader, I forgave him at the moment and on the spot.
From "Jane Eyre" by Charlotte Brontë
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