leniency toward

Frequency: 6.79.0 per million words

Showing a merciful attitude in the direction of someone (AmE variant).

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Examples (10)

  • Let's hope the judge shows leniency toward her.
  • The school committee decided to show leniency toward the student for his first offense.
  • Many argued for greater leniency toward minor drug offenders.
  • His parents often displayed excessive leniency toward his mischievous behavior.
  • The jury's recommendation for leniency toward the defendant was unexpected.
  • Showing leniency toward a repentant prisoner can encourage rehabilitation.
  • The new policy aims to adopt more leniency toward young offenders.
  • He felt the teacher showed too much leniency toward her favorite students.
  • There was a growing demand for leniency toward those who violated the outdated law.
  • The public often expects leniency toward first-time, non-violent criminals.