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acquittal

/əˈkwɪ.t(ə)l/ /əˈkwɪ.d(ə)l/

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noun

L'exécution, l'accomplissement

The act of fulfilling the duties (of a given role, obligation etc.).

Examples :

"The teacher's diligent instruction and support was an acquittal of her duty to help students succeed. "

Les instructions et le soutien assidus de l'enseignante étaient une exécution de son devoir d'aider les élèves à réussir.

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Acquittement

A legal decision that someone is not guilty with which they have been charged, or the formal dismissal of a charge by some other legal process.

Examples :

"After a long trial, the defendant received an acquittal, meaning the jury found him not guilty. "

Après un long procès, l'accusé a bénéficié d'un acquittement, ce qui signifiait que le jury l'avait déclaré non coupable.

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noun

Acquittement, remboursement

Payment of a debt or other obligation; reparations, amends.

Examples :

"After the argument, the apology was considered the acquittal for the hurt feelings. "

Après l'argument, les excuses ont été considérées comme un acquittement pour les sentiments blessés.

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Acquittement

The act of releasing someone from debt or other obligation; acquittance.

Examples :

"The judge's acquittal of the student meant he was no longer responsible for the library fine. "

L'acquittement de l'étudiant par le juge signifiait qu'il n'était plus redevable de l'amende de la bibliothèque.

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Acquittement, délivrance

Avoidance of danger; deliverance.

Examples :

"The student's acquittal from the accusation of cheating brought relief to his family. "

L'acquittement de l'étudiant de l'accusation de tricherie a apporté un soulagement à sa famille.