as in to ignore
to dismiss as of little importance
he is too quick to condone his friend's faults
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Recent Examples of condone
When studies are published showing harms associated with alcohol, the industry frequently replies by pointing to the official recommendations condoning up to two drinks a day for men and one for women.
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Roni Caryn Rabin, New York Times, 1 Jan. 2025
In explaining why those posts might be happening, though, most think it is driven by people who are angry about the health insurance system, not that those expressing such sentiments are condoning violence.
—Anthony Salvanto, CBS News, 22 Dec. 2024
While not condoning the money received and controlled by big-name inmates at the expense of victims, money for commissary is a necessity in prison and reduces the costs to taxpayers.
—Walter Pavlo, Forbes, 21 Dec. 2024
While some of the former band members are German as reported in the media, none of us condone any Nazi beliefs whatsoever.
—Hannah Parry, Newsweek, 19 Dec. 2024
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Roni Caryn Rabin, New York Times, 1 Jan. 2025
In explaining why those posts might be happening, though, most think it is driven by people who are angry about the health insurance system, not that those expressing such sentiments are condoning violence.
—Anthony Salvanto, CBS News, 22 Dec. 2024
While not condoning the money received and controlled by big-name inmates at the expense of victims, money for commissary is a necessity in prison and reduces the costs to taxpayers.
—Walter Pavlo, Forbes, 21 Dec. 2024
While some of the former band members are German as reported in the media, none of us condone any Nazi beliefs whatsoever.
—Hannah Parry, Newsweek, 19 Dec. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for condone
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But in the 1990s, when social practice art was gaining traction within European museums (especially in the United Kingdom), most Latin American institutions were ignoring that development, which remained limited to underground networks.—
Fabiola Iza,
Artforum,
1 Mar. 2025
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And no, not because Disney is ignoring him or passing him over.—
Paul Tassi,
Forbes,
1 Mar. 2025
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According to data from Statista, the average amount of student debt forgiven by the PSLF program was $63,826 per borrower.—
Shahar Ziv,
Forbes,
7 Mar. 2025
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Rather than setting yourself up for more hurt feelings, do your best to forgive your parents for their favoritism and live your life.—
Harriette Cole,
The Mercury News,
6 Mar. 2025
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About the same number will fill the outdoor patio overlooking the Boise Greenbelt and a large, tranquil pond surrounded by vegetation.—
Michael Deeds,
Idaho Statesman,
6 Mar. 2025
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Photo : The Hover Bureau The breakfast nook overlooks Little Sarasota Bay.—
Wendy Bowman,
Robb Report,
6 Mar. 2025
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Recent Inflation Trends The FOMC had been hoping inflation would trend closer to its 2% annual target to justify further rate cuts.—
Simon Moore,
Forbes,
1 Mar. 2025
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Our expert take The Chase Sapphire Reserve® is a standout premium credit card with plenty of luxury perks and statement credits to justify its annual fee.—
Jason Stauffer,
CNBC,
28 Feb. 2025
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Huntsville Police Sergeant Christopher Jackson explained how the law specifically targets those who deliberately modify their vehicles to be louder.—
Gordon G. Chang,
Newsweek,
4 Mar. 2025
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To ensure that everyone gets a fair chance in the H-1B lottery season, the H-1B modernization rule explained that only one entry will be accepted per individual.—
Sophie Alcorn,
Forbes,
3 Mar. 2025
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While once seen as a sign of artistry, method acting had a rocky several years, with figures such as Succession’s Brian Cox decrying it and, seemingly, some of the public kicking back against its excesses, which is often used to excuse bad behavior.—
Callum Booth,
Forbes,
3 Mar. 2025
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The judge did not say why the juror, who owns a truck repair business, was excused.—
Clifford Ward,
Chicago Tribune,
25 Feb. 2025
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“Condone.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/condone. Accessed 12 Mar. 2025.
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