become lenient

Frequency: 6.08.1 per million words

Used to describe a change to a state of being more merciful or tolerant.

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Examples (10)

  • Over time, the new teacher began to become more lenient with her students.
  • The strict regulations have started to become more lenient due to public pressure.
  • After the incident, the school decided to become more lenient regarding minor infractions.
  • Initially very harsh, the judge eventually began to become more lenient as he gained experience.
  • Many parents tend to become more lenient with their children as they grow older.
  • The company's policy on remote work has started to become more lenient recently.
  • With the new director, the rules for dress code will likely become more lenient.
  • He hoped his parents would become more lenient after seeing his efforts.
  • As societal views change, laws often become more lenient on certain issues.
  • The government promised to become more lenient on small businesses facing financial difficulties.