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mercy

Prononciation : [ˈmɜrsi]

Mot

Contexte : « relationship »

(noun) a feeling of kindness and compassion towards others, especially those who are suffering or in need. It means being gentle and forgiving instead of being harsh or punishing.

Exemple

She showed mercy to the lost puppy by taking it home and caring for it.

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He was very strict and didn’t believe in showing mercy to those who made mistakes.

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Can you think of a time when someone showed mercy to you?

Contexte : « justice »

(noun) the act of forgiving someone or allowing them to go free from punishment. This happens when someone chooses to not punish someone who has done something wrong.

Exemple

The judge showed mercy by giving the young offender a second chance instead of a harsh sentence.

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He felt there was no mercy in the punishment he received for being late.

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What does it mean to ask for mercy in difficult situations?

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