
Clemency
Legal Mercy
Often related to judicial decisions or pardons by those in authority.

The governor showed clemency by commuting her sentence.
Power Dynamics
Clemency implies one person has power over another's fate.

The king exercised clemency towards the rebels.
Not Weakness
Granting clemency is a sign of mercy, not a lack of strength or authority.

Despite public outcry, she granted clemency, emphasizing humaneness.
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CompassionForbearanceForgiveGraceIndulgenceKindLeniencyMercySympathy
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