Sentence example with the word 'reprieves'

reprieves

Last update: October 31, 2015


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The governor is empowered to call extraordinary sessions of the legislature, to grant pardons and reprieves, and to exercise a power of veto which extends to items in appropriation bills; a two-thirds majority of the legislature is necessary to pass a bill over his veto.   [Please select]

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Pardons and reprieves were issued to women already condemned,[26] while some attempt was made to curb popular excitement.   [Please select]

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He granted pardons and reprieves; he was head of the highest court; he was commander-in-chief of the militia; he levied troops for defense and enforced martial law in time of invasion, war, and rebellion.   [Please select]

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reprieved - reprieves - reprimand