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condoned

/kənˈdoʊnd/ /kənˈdəʊnd/

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verb

Billigen, verzeihen

To forgive, excuse or overlook (something that is considered morally wrong, offensive, or generally disliked).

Examples :

"The teacher never condoned cheating on tests, even if the student was having a hard time. "

Der Lehrer billigte das Schummeln bei Tests nie, selbst wenn der Schüler es schwer hatte.

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verb

Billigten, duldeten

To allow, accept or permit (something that is considered morally wrong, offensive, or generally disliked).

Examples :

"The teacher never condoned bullying in her classroom, and always took action against it. "

Die Lehrerin billigte niemals Mobbing in ihrem Klassenzimmer und ergriff immer Maßnahmen dagegen.

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verb

Verziehen, entschuldigen

To forgive (marital infidelity or other marital offense).

Examples :

"The wife never condoned her husband's affair, leading to their divorce. "

Die Frau hat die Affäre ihres Mannes nie verziehen, was zu ihrer Scheidung führte.

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