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to pardon
01
to forgive someone for a mistake, releasing them from the usual consequences
Transitive: to pardon sb
Examples
After a sincere apology, she chose to pardon her friend.
The teacher decided to pardon the student for the late submission due to unforeseen challenges.
02
to discharge a criminal from the legal consequences of a conviction or violation
Transitive: to pardon a criminal
Examples
The governor decided to pardon the prisoner after reviewing his case.
She was relieved when the president chose to pardon her husband.
pardon
01
used to politely request someone to repeat what they said
Examples
Pardon? Could you repeat that, please?
Pardon? I could n't hear you over the noise.
Pardon
01
the formal act of liberating someone
1.1
the act of excusing a mistake or offense
1.2
a warrant granting release from punishment for an offense
