absolve
verbTo release someone from blame, responsibility, or an obligation.
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Clear all filtersTo release someone from blame, responsibility, or an obligation.
Firm determination to carry out a purpose.
A standstill caused by opposing sides that cannot reach agreement.
To work out the meaning of coded, unclear, or difficult material.
The ability to make clear, firm decisions without undue delay.
To clear someone of blame or responsibility.
A tendency to struggle with making clear or firm choices.
Tendency not to decide
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Difficult to manage, control, or resolve.
To help opposing parties discuss their differences and work toward an agreement.
Help parties reach agreement
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The confidence, enthusiasm, and sense of purpose of a person or group.
To restore harmony or make differing accounts or ideas consistent.
Make consistent
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To correct or put something right.
Persistent determination or a firm hold on a purpose.
Persistent determination
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To clear from blame or demonstrate that a position was justified.
Clear from blame
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