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amnesty

noun
/ˈæmnəsti/

Meaning

An official pardon granted to people who have been convicted of political offenses.

Example Sentences

The government announced an amnesty for all political prisoners.

Example Expressions

general amnesty

Synonyms

pardon, forgiveness, reprieve, clemency

Antonyms

punishment, penalty, conviction

Collocations

grant amnesty, political amnesty, declare amnesty, offer amnesty

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