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forgave

The correct spelling is forgave.

How to pronounce forgave

/fɔː(ɹ)ˈɡeɪv/
verb

IPA: /fɔː(ɹ)ˈɡeɪv/

Say it like: For-gav-e

The correct spelling is forgave. To pardon; to waive any negative feeling or desire for punishment, retribution, or compensation. For example: "Forgive others, not because they deserve forgiveness, but because you deserve peace."

Usage Examples

Forgive others, not because they deserve forgiveness, but because you deserve peace.

Definition

verb

  1. 1.To pardon; to waive any negative feeling or desire for punishment, retribution, or compensation.
  2. 2.To accord forgiveness.

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