acquit
verb (used with object)
to relieve from a charge of fault or crime; declare not guilty.
will acquit
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future tenseof acquit.future tense
Used to express actions, events, or states that have not yet occurred but are expected to happen.
Example Sentences
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Kuqi added he is "100% sure" they will acquit themselves better in the Premier League next season because of the lessons of 2024-25.
From BBC ● May 2, 2026
North Dakota voters “want somebody they know will acquit themselves in Washington in a way that will make them proud, are respectful and cautious in their criticisms,” she said.
From Seattle Times ● Oct. 14, 2018
According to the Washington Post, the officer’s attorney has said he believes the jury will acquit his client.
From Slate ● Apr. 3, 2018
His lawyer, Neal Puckett, said Wuterich, 31, is confident the all-military jury will acquit him.
From Washington Post ● Jan. 4, 2012
It is an honourable post, but I dare assure your Highness that the lad will acquit himself with credit.”
From The Works of Robert Louis Stevenson - Swanston Edition Vol. 4 (of 25) by Robert Louis Stevenson
