Reprieve


The meaning of the word Reprieve is: to cancel or postpone a bad situation


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Because of a legal review, the criminal was granted a reprieve on his sentence.

published by Jenice on 2021-02-02 01:13:13


To kids, snow days are wonderful events because they allow them a reprieve from school.

published by Keesha on 2021-01-16 22:17:33


Some of the biggest lenders are compromising with homeowners by giving them a three-month reprieve to catch up on their payments.

published by Rosalinda on 2021-08-19 11:25:39


When he realized he would not get a last minute reprieve, the death row inmate said his final goodbyes.

published by Lakenya on 2021-05-05 15:54:40


The rain is a welcome reprieve to the staggering heat.

published by Fredericka on 2021-08-21 08:00:50


To everyone’s surprise, the convict received a reprieve from the governor of his state.

published by Bessie on 2021-03-01 09:45:34


The children were happy when their mother gave them a reprieve and allowed them to skip their chores for a day.

published by Hana on 2021-08-17 07:53:44


My mountain vacation is my reprieve from the noise of the city.

published by Tammi on 2021-08-28 03:36:33


Without a long-term plan, the cash bail-out will be nothing but a temporary reprieve for the homebuilders.

published by Viola on 2021-05-03 19:33:51


If the postal system does not receive a reprieve from its debts, it will not be able to operate much longer.

published by Chieko on 2021-04-28 07:00:41


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