Definition of Amnesty

a formal pardon or reprieve given to one who has committed a criminal or political offense

Examples of Amnesty in a sentence

Although Bill Smith was sentenced to life in prison in 1998, he was later released after receiving amnesty from the president.  🔊

Dr. Angali was able to return to his native country after receiving amnesty for his political crimes.  🔊

Although the governor claimed to be an honest man of the people, he did not hesitate to give his wealthy friend amnesty for a tax related crime.  🔊

The president upset millions of voters when he announced a plan to offer amnesty to illegal immigrants so they could become citizens.  🔊

During the election, the topic that will decide the winner is sure to be the giving of amnesty to foreigners seeking asylum in this country.  🔊

The man’s petition for political amnesty was declined because of his violent criminal past.  🔊

Because of overcrowded prison conditions, thousands of prisoners were recently approved for amnesty.  🔊

There are those who believe giving illegal residents amnesty will only encourage other people to sneak into the country.  🔊

One day out of the year, the public library offers a “no fine” amnesty to anyone who returns a long overdue book.  🔊

Can you believe the justice department is willing to give the terrorists amnesty in exchange for information?  🔊

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