as in pardon
a setting free from a charge of wrongdoing
evidence that might bring about the exculpation of the defendant
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for exculpation
Noun
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In 2023, the Italian government helped to secure a pardon for Patrick George Zaki, an Egyptian student who was detained for almost two years for writing an opinion column in a student newspaper, after a trip home from the University of Bologna.—
Sam Knight,
New Yorker,
23 May 2025 -
Trump also announced Martin will serve as associate deputy attorney general and a pardon attorney within the Justice Department, CBS News reported.—
Julia Marnin,
Miami Herald,
22 May 2025
Noun
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Nicky has been on her path and on her process of self discovery and self forgiveness.—
Lexy Perez,
HollywoodReporter,
30 May 2025
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This is the work of healing behind the curtain: spiritual hygiene, emotional clarity, and forgiveness.—
Colin Bedell,
Them.,
28 May 2025
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Now, this quarter’s results could be a clearing event that could reestablish momentum.—
Shannon Carroll,
Quartz,
28 May 2025
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However, because Baltimore City owns a tiny portion of the city’s vacants — about 10% according to a 2022 study — policies that improve the city’s vacant clearing process are not enough.—
Daniel Brennan,
Baltimore Sun,
27 May 2025
Noun
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But Combs appears to be sparing no expense to give himself the best shot at an acquittal, according to Vulture.—
Martha Ross,
Mercury News,
12 May 2025
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The couple, who wed in December 2021, seemed to stay strong throughout the trial, since Dallas was seen cheering during Rice's acquittal in March.—
Caroline Blair,
People.com,
3 May 2025
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While questions over mentality will be assessed, players’ physical levels showed a marked improvement, offering a sense of vindication for the coaching staff.—
Jacob Tanswell,
New York Times,
28 May 2025
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Andre Ventura, Chega’s founder and leader, saw the outcome as vindication for his war against the establishment parties.—
Timothy Nerozzi,
The Washington Examiner,
19 May 2025
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“Exculpation.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/exculpation. Accessed 5 Jun. 2025.
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