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forgive

Pronunciation: [fərˈɡɪv]

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Learn how to use forgive in a sentence: 6 audio examples across 2 meanings.

Context: “relationship”

(verb) to stop being angry with someone for something they did wrong. It's like when a friend makes a mistake, and instead of staying mad, you choose to let it go and still be friends.

Example

I forgave my brother for breaking my toy, and we played together again.

Example

She couldn't forgive her friend for lying to her.

Example

Can you forgive someone who hurt your feelings?

Context: “personal growth”

(verb) to stop blaming yourself for a mistake you made. It's like when you realize that everyone makes mistakes, and you choose to be nice to yourself instead of feeling bad.

Example

I learned to forgive myself for not studying enough last semester.

Example

He never forgives himself for the wrong choices he made.

Example

How can you forgive yourself for making a mistake?

How to pronounce forgive

Pronunciation: [fərˈɡɪv]

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