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pardons

  • plural of pardon.
  • present tense form of pardon (3rd person singular).

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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

No doubt, Blanche was careful to avoid the language of pardons for fear of political backlash.

From Slate May 26, 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

“A thousand pardons, Lord Lateef, whose tales of victory are as long as his beard.”

From "The Many Assassinations of Samir, the Seller of Dreams" by Daniel Nayeri