No. 2,948 in German
amnesty
"Amnesty" in German refers to a governmental pardon for offenses, often granted to a group of individuals.
In a sentence
Die Regierung gewährt eine Amnestie für geringe Steuervergehen.
The government grants an amnesty for minor tax offenses.
In this sentence, "Amnestie" refers to a governmental act of pardoning individuals for certain offenses.
Die Diskussion über Amnestien für politische Gefangene bleibt kontrovers.
The discussion about amnesties for political prisoners remains controversial.
Here, "Amnestien" is plural and pertains to specific acts of clemency in political contexts.
Während der Amnestie nutzten viele die Gelegenheit, ihre Strafen zu begleichen.
During the amnesty, many took the opportunity to settle their penalties.
The word "Amnestie" is used to describe a specific period during which certain leniencies are applied.
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