reprieval in a sentence
n.
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Definition
Reprieval refers to a temporary relief or postponement of a punishment or sentence.
Crossword clues for reprieval
Crossword clue ideas and answer hints for the word "reprieval".
- Temporary relief from punishment is granted.
- A delay in executing a sentence occurs.
- Punishment is postponed for a period.
- A brief escape from a penalty happens.
- Execution of a sentence is held off.
Reprieval sentence examples
- The lawyer argued for a reprieval of the harsh sentence given to his client.
- After much deliberation, the committee decided to grant a reprieval for the student's suspension.
- The governor announced a temporary reprieval for those on death row while new evidence was reviewed.
- In hopes of a reprieval, the activists rallied to raise awareness about the unjust policies.
- A reprieval was issued to allow the farm additional time to comply with new environmental regulations.