Meaning of the word clemency in English

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clemency

US /ˈklem.ən.si/
UK /ˈklem.ən.si/

Noun

1.

kindness when giving a punishment:

Example:
The jury passed a verdict of guilty, with an appeal to the judge for clemency.
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