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amnesty

/ˈæm.nɪ.sti/ noun · British & US
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What does amnesty mean?

noun

A general pardon for people who have committed crimes or offenses, or an official act of forgiveness for past wrongdoing. A period of time during which a person is not punished for a crime.

Example

"The government granted amnesty to all those who had participated in the rebellion."

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