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The correct spelling is clemency.
How to pronounce clemency
/ˈklɛ.mən.si/
nounIPA: /ˈklɛ.mən.si/
Say it like: Cle-men-see
The correct spelling is clemency. The gentle or kind exercise of power; leniency, mercy; compassion in judging or punishing.
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Definition
noun
- 1.The gentle or kind exercise of power; leniency, mercy; compassion in judging or punishing.
- 2.A pardon, commutation, or similar reduction, removal, or postponement of legal penalties by an executive officer of a state.
- 3.Mildness of weather.
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