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as in fulfilling
to do what is required by the terms of
the Little League coach redeemed his promise to take the players out for ice cream if they improved their fielding over the season
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as in saving
to free from captivity or punishment by paying a price
the government has consistently refused to redeem hostages captured by terrorists
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as in delivering
to free from the penalties or consequences of sin
the belief that sinners are redeemed by their faith in God
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as in rehabilitating
to make better in behavior or character
the unfaithful husband made a determined effort to redeem himself in the eyes of his wife and children
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as in compensating
to make up for (an offense)
quickly redeemed the offending remark with a sincere and unconditional apology
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Recent Examples of redeeming
Funk said the site offers deals six to 12 times the value, compared to redeeming points for cash back.
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Ashley Portillo, CBS News, 26 Jan. 2026
Transferable points, by contrast, give travelers greater flexibility in both earning and redeeming.
—Lauren Dana Ellman, Travel + Leisure, 9 Jan. 2026
Abel got his first taste of business at a young age, collecting, cleaning, and redeeming empty soda bottles for just 5 cents a piece.
—Emma Burleigh, Fortune, 5 Jan. 2026
Youthful exuberance remains one of their most redeeming traits.
—Joel Lorenzi, New York Times, 5 Jan. 2026
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Ashley Portillo, CBS News, 26 Jan. 2026
Transferable points, by contrast, give travelers greater flexibility in both earning and redeeming.
—Lauren Dana Ellman, Travel + Leisure, 9 Jan. 2026
Abel got his first taste of business at a young age, collecting, cleaning, and redeeming empty soda bottles for just 5 cents a piece.
—Emma Burleigh, Fortune, 5 Jan. 2026
Youthful exuberance remains one of their most redeeming traits.
—Joel Lorenzi, New York Times, 5 Jan. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for redeeming
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But critics note that many signatories have moved slowly in fulfilling those commitments.—
Preston Fore,
Fortune,
6 Feb. 2026
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In addressing the immediate needs, Lando wants to make the bureau a more welcoming place to attract and retain officers for the long term, fulfilling his vision for the future.—
Andy Sheehan,
CBS News,
5 Feb. 2026
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The administration says this is a cost-saving solution for Americans at a time when rising energy bills are causing concern around the country.—
Ella Nilsen,
CNN Money,
5 Feb. 2026
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While putting a chair in a parking spot may seem like a simple gesture, saving spaces has created friction among residents.—
Jessica Mekles,
FOXNews.com,
5 Feb. 2026
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The largest amount of money in Proposition A — roughly $129 million — will go toward rehabilitating neighborhood streets.—
Harrison Mantas,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
11 Feb. 2026
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The tunnel project, the nation's largest infrastructure project, would expand train service between New York and New Jersey along the nation’s busiest rail corridor by adding a new rail tunnel and rehabilitating the existing 115-year-old pair of tunnels under the Hudson River.—
Joey Garrison,
USA Today,
7 Feb. 2026
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Video footage shows Bolt taking shorter strides than Wang but compensating with a much faster cadence, reports People’s Daily Online.—
Jijo Malayil,
Interesting Engineering,
4 Feb. 2026
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This is not an argument against compensating survivors.—
Jaime Huff,
Oc Register,
31 Jan. 2026
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This rich, satisfying chili is just right for a wintry night.—
Dallas Morning News,
Dallas Morning News,
5 Feb. 2026
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Briny notes—think olives, capers, and anchovies—bring depth, while umami-rich ingredients like mushrooms, aged cheeses, miso, and soy sauce add a satisfying savoriness that lingers.—
Cori Sears,
Better Homes & Gardens,
4 Feb. 2026
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But Armenia didn’t need rescuing.—
Marlise Kast-Myers,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
8 Feb. 2026
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The Brookhaven Police Department has earned a Compassionate Police Department Award from PETA in recognition of officers' swift response and professionalism in rescuing a 3-month-old puppy who was allegedly abused live on Twitch.—
Zachary Bynum,
CBS News,
4 Feb. 2026
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But unlike Chapter 7, Chapter 13 focuses on repaying what's owed rather than wiping out your unsecured debts.—
Angelica Leicht,
CBS News,
2 Feb. 2026
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In August 2024, federal prosecutors accused JMG Investments and Schwartz of improperly receiving two PPP loans in December 2020 and not repaying the duplicate loan as required, according to the DOJ.—
Andrea Klick,
Daily News,
27 Jan. 2026
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The basic things — paying the electric bill, going to the doctor, keeping a roof over your head — get more expensive every day, while wages stay rock-bottom and jobs get harder and harder to find.—
Charlotte Observer,
Charlotte Observer,
13 Feb. 2026
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The five preceding episodes depicted Louie’s worsening health, with Harden keeping a dignified smile on Louie’s face but also moving a little slower and admitting to more pain.—
Roxana Hadadi,
Vulture,
13 Feb. 2026
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“Redeeming.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/redeeming. Accessed 15 Feb. 2026.
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