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Sailors Explanation For Acquittal Crossword Clue

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We've checked our database and believe the answer is ABSOLUTION which was last seen in the The Guardian Cryptic crossword.
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199%10Exact Match!
230%11 Relating to acquittal or forgiveness
330%11Acquittal

About This Clues Answer

We think the answer is "ABSOLUTION" which means:

    noun
  • • The condition of being formally forgiven by a priest in the sacrament of penance
  • • The act of absolving or remitting; formal redemption as pronounced by a priest in the sacrament of penance

An example sentence would be:

  • • "He sought absolution for his sins from the priest."
  • • "The criminal begged for absolution before his execution."

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The Guardian Cryptic14 May 2004 Across 18
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