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exculpating

/ɛksˈkʌlpətɪŋ/ verb · British & US
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What does exculpating mean?

verb

To clear or excuse someone from blame or responsibility, or to provide a defense or justification for someone's actions.

Example

"The lawyer's statement was intended to exculpate her client from any wrongdoing."

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