clemencies (Meaning)

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clemencies (pl.)

of Clemency

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clemencies Sentence Examples

  1. The king's clemencies towards political dissidents surprised many, as he was known for his harsh rulings.
  2. Mercy and clemencies were extended to those who confessed their crimes and showed remorse.
  3. Despite his reputation for severity, the judge occasionally showed acts of clemencies towards first-time offenders.
  4. The president's decision to grant clemencies to certain prisoners sparked a debate among policymakers.
  5. In times of war, leaders often struggle to balance justice with the need for clemencies towards civilians caught in the conflict.
  6. The court's decision to deny clemencies to the convicted criminals caused uproar among human rights activists.
  7. The tradition of offering clemencies during religious festivals dates back centuries in many cultures.
  8. Some argue that the legal system should be more inclined towards rehabilitation rather than solely relying on clemencies.
  9. The governor's announcement of clemencies for inmates on death row brought relief to their families but criticism from opponents.
  10. History remembers leaders who exercised clemencies wisely, often sparing lives and fostering forgiveness in society.

FAQs About the word clemencies

of Clemency

leniency,mercy, mercifulness, tenderness, sympathy, kindness, compassion,empathy, lenity, lenience

reprisal, barbarity, cruelty, vindictiveness, ruthlessness, retribution, violence, retribution, mercilessness, vindictiveness

The king's clemencies towards political dissidents surprised many, as he was known for his harsh rulings.

Mercy and clemencies were extended to those who confessed their crimes and showed remorse.

Despite his reputation for severity, the judge occasionally showed acts of clemencies towards first-time offenders.

The president's decision to grant clemencies to certain prisoners sparked a debate among policymakers.