reprieves 1 of 2

noun

Definition of reprievesnext
plural of reprieve
1
as in pauses
a temporary halt in an activity or condition The pool offered a welcome reprieve from the heat.

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2
as in commutations
law a temporary release from the obligation to serve punishment for a crime The judge ordered a reprieve of the execution so the accused would have time to appeal the decision.

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reprieves

2 of 2

verb

present tense third-person singular of reprieve
1
as in pardons

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as in relieves

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for reprieves
  1. relieves
  2. interruptions
  3. releases
  4. suspensions
  5. delivers
Verb
  • Another important factor is if a jacket limits mobility or gets in the way when the dog relieves itself.
    Madison Yauger, People.com, 3 Jan. 2025
  • The partnership relieves overcrowding at the shelter, which has recently seen an uptick in the average length of stay before getting adopted, said shelter spokesperson Jen Smieja.
    JR Radcliffe, Journal Sentinel, 26 Dec. 2024
Definition of relieves
Noun
  • One wonders if the interruptions from the smaller screens will be a permanent blight on the big screen theatrical experience.
    Thomas Doherty, The Hollywood Reporter, 27 Dec. 2024
  • The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ASPCA) recommends getting dogs used to the new sounds, smells, and interruptions that come with a newborn in the months before, and associating these things with treats and rewards.
    Rachael O'Connor, Newsweek, 23 Dec. 2024
Definition of interruptions
Verb
  • The year also began with a strong El Niño event, which occurs when the ocean in the Eastern Pacific releases large amounts of heat to the atmosphere, raising global temperatures.
    Lauren Sommer, NPR, 24 Dec. 2024
  • Humiliated when Iran releases the hostages minutes after Reagan is inaugurated.
    Bradley Tusk, New York Daily News, 23 Dec. 2024
Definition of releases
Noun
  • While JetBlue Airways has said its daily service remains suspended until at last April, American Airlines announced the indefinite suspensions of flights between Miami and Toussaint Louverture International Airport.
    Jacqueline Charles, Miami Herald, 4 Jan. 2025
  • At just 21 years old, the Nashville Predators forward has 11 previous suspensions in two leagues.
    Michael Russo, The Athletic, 2 Jan. 2025
Definition of suspensions
Verb
  • In it, the singer-songwriter saunters in a polka-dot dress before the screen pans to a glamorous-looking Carey, who delivers a whistle note.
    Ilana Kaplan, People.com, 24 Dec. 2024
  • Based on a recent week’s test, the AWD Sport Touring Hybrid delivers all the goods the CRV is known for.
    Josh Max, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
Definition of delivers
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