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to condone
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to accept or forgive something that is commonly believed to be wrong
Transitive: to condone an action or behavior
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Example
Some parents mistakenly condone their children's misbehavior by not enforcing appropriate consequences.
Failing to confront or address discriminatory remarks within a community may unintentionally condone such behavior.
Silence on certain issues can be interpreted as condoning societal norms, even if they go against principles of equality and justice.
Ignoring a partner's harmful behavior without addressing it may be perceived as condoning such actions.
The company's failure to address employee misconduct might be seen as condoning unethical practices in the workplace.
