reprieves
noun
Meaning
- The cancellation or postponement of a punishment.
- A document authorizing such an action.
- Relief from pain etc., especially temporary.
- To cancel or postpone the punishment of someone, especially an execution.
- To bring relief to someone.
- To take back to prison (in lieu of execution).
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