Definition of Forgive

to stop holding a grudge against someone for wrongdoing they committed

Examples of Forgive in a sentence

It was difficult, but after many years I was able to forgive the man that had hit me with his car and taken my ability to walk.  🔊

While it’s not always easy to do, you should try to forgive people that have done bad things to you, as holding grudges is mentally unhealthy for you.  🔊

It’s very easy to stay angry and vengeful towards someone that has wronged you, but it’s difficult to let your grudge fade and forgive them.  🔊

It takes a big heart and a strong will to forgive someone for something terrible they may have done to you or your family.  🔊

My petty grudge over the soccer ball my friend stole from me when we were kids was easy enough to forget, and even easier to forgive him for.  🔊

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