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leniency in Swedish

leniency in Swedish is mildhet — leniency means mercy or a light touch when it comes to punishing someone.

leniency in Swedish

mildhet
noun
The quality of mercy or forgiveness, especially in the assignment of punishment as in a court case.

What does "leniency" mean?

  1. noun Mercy or a light touch when it comes to punishing someone.
    "The judge showed leniency because it was the defendant's first offence."
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leniency in a sentence

  • The judge showed leniency because it was the defendant's first offence.
  • His employer's leniency meant he kept his job despite the mistake.

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What is "leniency" in Swedish?

"leniency" in Swedish is mildhet. leniency means: Mercy or a light touch when it comes to punishing someone.

How do you use "leniency" in a sentence?

Example: "The judge showed leniency because it was the defendant's first offence." In Swedish, "leniency" is mildhet.

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