Pardon

To pardon someone means to forgive them for making a mistake or doing something wrong, like when you say it's okay after a friend accidentally bumps into you.

Examples

• I accidentally knocked over my friend's drink, so I quickly said, "Pardon me for that mistake!"
• When I forgot to return my library book on time, the librarian kindly said, "I pardon you this time."
• During the game, I accidentally stepped on my teammate's foot, and I asked, "Can you pardon me for that?"

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