redeeming

present participle of redeem
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2
as in saving
to free from captivity or punishment by paying a price the government has consistently refused to redeem hostages captured by terrorists

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3
as in delivering
to free from the penalties or consequences of sin the belief that sinners are redeemed by their faith in God

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5
as in compensating
to make up for (an offense) quickly redeemed the offending remark with a sincere and unconditional apology

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for redeeming
Verb
  • Women Genuinely Enjoy Their Own Company Society tends to view coupled individuals as happier and more fulfilled than single people, even when single people have meaningful relationships and genuinely fulfilling lives.
    Mark Travers, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
  • Ultimately, Deadpool & Wolverine provides a fulfilling and happy goodbye to all those pieces.
    Ars Technica, Ars Technica, 23 Dec. 2024
Verb
  • In Osceola County, the first phase of rehabilitating 50 multifamily rental units in the Kissimmee Oaks complex will receive $1 million, according to a news release from FHL Banks.
    Staff Report, Orlando Sentinel, 21 Dec. 2024
  • The voter material for the 2018 ballot proposal, Regional Measure 3, listed the projects but didn’t mention that the money would go toward maintaining or rehabilitating the bridges.
    Daniel Borenstein, The Mercury News, 6 Dec. 2024
Verb
  • The successful outcome for Perpetua Resources is especially impressive given the complex nature of the federal, state, and local permitting process, as well as the work involved in satisfying the concerns of local communities and the Nez Perz Tribe.
    David Blackmon, Forbes, 6 Jan. 2025
  • The palate is beautifully balanced, smooth, and rich with nutty undertones, while the finish is fabulously elegant, leaving a rich, satisfying sensation.
    Joseph V Micallef, Forbes, 5 Jan. 2025
Verb
  • Following the lifts automatic shutdown, ski patrollers set about rescuing each of the 174 passengers.
    Josh Hammer, Newsweek, 24 Dec. 2024
  • Over the past 24 hours, the coast guard reported rescuing 120 migrants in three separate incidents off various Greek islands.
    Gord Magill, Newsweek, 21 Dec. 2024
Verb
  • Those who had been repaying loans for 20 years or more would have gotten their loans erased.
    Collin Binkley and Chris Megerian, Los Angeles Times, 21 Dec. 2024
  • Murphy responded to jeers, following two poor misses, by scoring twice and repaying Howe’s faith.
    Chris Waugh, The Athletic, 16 Dec. 2024
Verb
  • Focus On Digital Clutter Don’t overlook the importance of keeping your digital workspace organized.
    Cheryl Robinson, Forbes, 6 Jan. 2025
  • That could put the kibosh on keeping the home.
    Bill Conerly, Forbes, 6 Jan. 2025
Verb
  • Through training and patience, owners can work on correcting the inappropriate barking behavior.
    Dan Perry, Newsweek, 2 Jan. 2025
  • The French formulation contains a blend of oils that nourish the hair while correcting its color.
    Jenny Berg, Allure, 31 Dec. 2024
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