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to redeem
01
to rescue someone from their sins
Transitive: to redeem sb
Examples
Believers find solace in the belief that faith can redeem them from their past sins.
The religious teachings emphasize the power of repentance to redeem individuals from wrongdoing.
02
to exchange stocks, bonds, or other financial instruments for their cash value
Transitive: to redeem financial instruments
Examples
The investor decided to redeem his shares during a market high.
He redeemed a portion of his stock portfolio to fund the new business venture.
03
to clear a debt by making a payment
Transitive: to redeem a debt
Examples
After years of hard work, she finally had enough money to redeem her mortgage.
He promised to cut back on unnecessary expenses so he could redeem his car loan faster.
04
to get back something or someone by paying a fee or meeting a condition, especially after a loss or threat
Transitive: to redeem sb/sth
Examples
After leaving her camera at the rental shop, she had to pay a small fee to redeem it.
He went to the pawnshop to redeem the family heirloom by repaying the loan.
05
to use a coupon, voucher, or similar item to receive goods, a discount, or money in return
Transitive: to redeem a voucher, coupon, etc.
Examples
She redeemed her coupon at the checkout for a 20 % discount.
The store allows customers to redeem points for merchandise or gift cards.
06
to restore people's good opinion or trust in oneself by making up for past mistakes or failures
Transitive: to redeem oneself | to redeem one's reputation
Examples
After his mistake at work, he redeemed himself by completing the next project flawlessly.
She worked hard to redeem her reputation after the scandal.
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