Sentences

extenuation in a sentence

n.

Definition

Extenuation refers to the act of providing a justification or mitigating circumstance that lessens the severity or culpability of a situation or action.

Sample Sentences

  1. The lawyer argued for extenuation, citing the defendant's difficult childhood as a mitigating factor.
  2. During the meeting, she sought extenuation for her team's poor performance by highlighting the unexpected challenges they faced.
  3. He believed that the circumstances of the accident provided sufficient extenuation to lessen the severity of the punishment.
  4. In her speech, she acknowledged her mistakes but requested extenuation based on her recent personal struggles.
  5. The committee considered the extenuation offered by the applicant, which included significant volunteer work and community involvement.

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