reprieve in a sentence
v. t.
📚 Grade Level: Grade 9, Grade 10, Grade 11, Grade 12
Definition
Reprieve: a temporary relief or postponement from a difficult or distressing situation.
Crossword clues for reprieve
Crossword clue ideas and answer hints for the word "reprieve".
- Temporary relief from punishment or distress.
- A break from a challenging situation.
- Postponement of a difficult consequence.
- A moment of calm in a storm.
- Delay in facing a tough outcome.
Reprieve sentence examples
- The judge granted a last-minute reprieve to the defendant, allowing for further examination of new evidence.
- After weeks of uncertainty, the workers received a reprieve from layoffs, as the company secured additional funding.
- The unexpected rain provided a reprieve from the scorching heat, bringing relief to the exhausted townspeople.
- She hoped for a reprieve from her hectic schedule during the upcoming holiday weekend.
- The peace treaty offered a reprieve for both sides, allowing them to rebuild and recover from years of conflict.
- The governor's decision to grant a reprieve brought relief to the convicted man facing execution.
- After a long week of stress, she felt as if a weekend getaway was a much-needed reprieve.
- The unexpected rain provided a brief reprieve from the sweltering heat of the summer sun.
- His heartfelt apology seemed to offer her a reprieve from the anger she had been holding onto.
- The judge granted a reprieve, allowing the defendant more time to prepare for the trial.