venial in a sentence

Definition

Venial (adjective): denoting a fault or offense that is minor and forgivable.

His mistake was deemed venial, hardly warranting any punishment.
Many considered her offense venial, a minor lapse in judgment rather than a serious transgression.
In the grand scheme of things, his venial errors were overshadowed by his numerous accomplishments.
The teacher explained that venial sins could be forgiven easily, as they did not harm the soul significantly.
Despite the gravity of the situation, she managed to maintain her composure, knowing her actions were venial.