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Rarereprieved
The correct spelling is reprieved.
How to pronounce reprieved
verb
Say it like: Rep-ree-ved
The correct spelling is reprieved. To cancel or postpone the punishment of someone, especially an execution.
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Definition
verb
- 1.To cancel or postpone the punishment of someone, especially an execution.
- 2.To bring relief to someone.
- 3.To take back to prison (in lieu of execution).
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