forgiveness
noun
for·give·ness
fər-ˈgiv-nəs 
fȯr-
: the act of forgiving
I ask for your forgiveness.
Examples of forgiveness in a Sentence
She treats us with kindness and forgiveness.
they asked her forgiveness for failing to invite her to the party
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Experts advise borrowers to stay informed, maintain accurate records of their loans and prepare for possible policy shifts that could impact repayment and forgiveness programs.
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Justin Gest, Newsweek, 10 Feb. 2025
Her compassion and forgiveness and understanding are an outgrowth of her love for him as a friend and probably her closest friend.
—Jessica Radloff, Glamour, 6 Feb. 2025
Jesus told the 12 that repentance and the forgiveness of sins would be preached to all the nations.
—Rev. Jeff Horejsi, Twin Cities, 6 Feb. 2025
The Catholic Jubilee Year – or Holy Year – was established in the 14th century by Pope Boniface VIII and is 12 months focused on forgiveness and reconciliation.
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Justin Gest, Newsweek, 10 Feb. 2025
Her compassion and forgiveness and understanding are an outgrowth of her love for him as a friend and probably her closest friend.
—Jessica Radloff, Glamour, 6 Feb. 2025
Jesus told the 12 that repentance and the forgiveness of sins would be preached to all the nations.
—Rev. Jeff Horejsi, Twin Cities, 6 Feb. 2025
The Catholic Jubilee Year – or Holy Year – was established in the 14th century by Pope Boniface VIII and is 12 months focused on forgiveness and reconciliation.
—Lauren Said-Moorhouse, CNN, 6 Feb. 2025
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“Forgiveness.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/forgiveness. Accessed 22 Feb. 2025.
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forgiveness
noun
for·give·ness
fər-ˈgiv-nəs
fȯr-
: the act of forgiving : pardon
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