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to absolve
01
to release someone from blame, guilt, or obligation, clearing them of any wrongdoing
Transitive: to absolve sb of sth | to absolve sb from sth
Examples
Recognizing the misunderstanding, the manager chose to absolve the employee from blame.
The court decision was to absolve the defendant of all charges due to lack of evidence.
02
to officially forgive someone for a sin or wrongdoing
Transitive: to absolve sb
Examples
He was absolved by the priest after confessing his mistakes.
The clergyman absolved the parishioner, offering forgiveness for their wrongdoings.
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