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reprieve

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Definitions
noun

an interruption in the intensity or amount of something

verb

postpone the punishment of a convicted criminal, such as an execution

noun

the act of reprieving; postponing or remitting punishment

noun

a (temporary) relief from harm or discomfort

noun

a warrant granting postponement (usually to postpone the execution of the death sentence)

verb

relieve temporarily

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