reprieving

[US]/rɪˈpriːvɪŋ/
[UK]/rɪˈpriːvɪŋ/

Translation

v.the act of delaying or postponing a punishment, especially a death sentence

Phrases & Collocations

reprieving sentence

reprieving order

reprieving judgment

reprieving grace

reprieving moment

reprieving decision

reprieving action

reprieving effect

reprieving relief

reprieving appeal

Example Sentences

the judge is reprieving the defendant's sentence.

the governor is considering reprieving several inmates.

they are reprieving the execution until further notice.

she was hopeful about reprieving her friend's punishment.

the committee voted for reprieving the controversial policy.

he is advocating for reprieving those wrongly convicted.

reprieving the penalty could lead to public outcry.

the decision to reprieve the sentence was unexpected.

they are working towards reprieving the animals in the shelter.

the appeal was successful in reprieving the harsh sentence.

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