Example Sentences
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The DOE review reprieved nearly 2,000 clean-technology projects, totaling close to $24 billion in funding.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Apr. 16, 2026
Joe Root is reprieved by Cameron Green's no-ball after gloving behind on 1 on day two of the second Ashes Test at Lord's.
From BBC ● Jun. 29, 2023
Beaumont was reprieved on 61 as Australia opted against reviewing a catch, with replays showing she had hit the ball on to her boot before being caught at short leg.
From BBC ● Jun. 23, 2023
Maybe Stadium 974 could be reprieved for the Asian championship starting in 13 months’ time?
From Seattle Times ● Dec. 5, 2022
I drift off, reprieved, relieved, and with the number eleven still flashing behind my eyelids.
From "The Hunger Games" by Suzanne Collins
