is reprieving

• present progressive

  present progressive

  Used to describe an ongoing action or state that is currently taking place in the immediate present.

  of reprieve (3rd person singular).
  reprieve

  verb (used with object)

  to delay the impending punishment or sentence of (a condemned person).

Related Words

• abatement
• absolution
• amnesty
• clemency
• deferment
• pardon
• postponement
• remission
• respite
• suspension
• truce