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as in fulfilling
to do what is required by the terms of
the Little League coach redeemed his promise to take the players out for ice cream if they improved their fielding over the season
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2
as in saving
to free from captivity or punishment by paying a price
the government has consistently refused to redeem hostages captured by terrorists
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as in delivering
to free from the penalties or consequences of sin
the belief that sinners are redeemed by their faith in God
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as in rehabilitating
to make better in behavior or character
the unfaithful husband made a determined effort to redeem himself in the eyes of his wife and children
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as in compensating
to make up for (an offense)
quickly redeemed the offending remark with a sincere and unconditional apology
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for redeeming
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Leaders should focus on outcomes, not hours, ensuring that in-office mandates drive tangible benefits rather than fulfilling outdated management preferences.—
Jason Wingard,
Forbes,
21 Mar. 2025 -
Elizabeth Lilly started her own asset management firm in 2017, fulfilling a dream three decades in the making.—
Hayley Cuccinello,
CNBC,
21 Mar. 2025
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In Osceola County, the first phase of rehabilitating 50 multifamily rental units in the Kissimmee Oaks complex will receive $1 million, according to a news release from FHL Banks.—
Staff Report,
Orlando Sentinel,
21 Dec. 2024
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The voter material for the 2018 ballot proposal, Regional Measure 3, listed the projects but didn’t mention that the money would go toward maintaining or rehabilitating the bridges.—
Daniel Borenstein,
The Mercury News,
6 Dec. 2024
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The successful outcome for Perpetua Resources is especially impressive given the complex nature of the federal, state, and local permitting process, as well as the work involved in satisfying the concerns of local communities and the Nez Perz Tribe.—
David Blackmon,
Forbes,
6 Jan. 2025
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The rich palate has tons of depth, a delightful blend of root sweetness, and a long, satisfying finish.—
Joseph V Micallef,
Forbes,
5 Jan. 2025
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Following the lifts automatic shutdown, ski patrollers set about rescuing each of the 174 passengers.—
Josh Hammer,
Newsweek,
24 Dec. 2024
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Over the past 24 hours, the coast guard reported rescuing 120 migrants in three separate incidents off various Greek islands.—
Gord Magill,
Newsweek,
21 Dec. 2024
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Those who had been repaying loans for 20 years or more would have gotten their loans erased.—
Collin Binkley and Chris Megerian,
Los Angeles Times,
21 Dec. 2024
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Murphy responded to jeers, following two poor misses, by scoring twice and repaying Howe’s faith.—
Chris Waugh,
The Athletic,
16 Dec. 2024
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Van Dijk will not enjoy the replays either but Liverpool’s captain responded in a way that should remind everyone — in the week that Salah’s new contract was announced — about the importance of keeping the Dutchman at Anfield.—
Daniel Taylor,
New York Times,
13 Apr. 2025
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The top-quality fabric provides excellent support, keeping everything in place while ensuring comfort.—
Alesandra Dubin,
Travel + Leisure,
12 Apr. 2025
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Through training and patience, owners can work on correcting the inappropriate barking behavior.—
Dan Perry,
Newsweek,
2 Jan. 2025
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The French formulation contains a blend of oils that nourish the hair while correcting its color.—
Jenny Berg,
Allure,
31 Dec. 2024
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“Redeeming.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/redeeming. Accessed 24 Apr. 2025.
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