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Plural for compassion or forgiveness shown towards someone whom it is within one's power to punish or harm
“We showed great mercy to those who chose not to oppose us.”
Plural for a kind deed, especially one involving forbearance, pity or forgiveness
“It was a gracious mercy on God's part to spare her all the terrors of death's near approach.”
Plural for an event to be grateful for, because it prevents something unpleasant or provides relief from suffering
“I guess it's a mercy that I'll be in an eagerly awaited training from 10-noon.”
Plural for forgiveness of sins, in a general sense
Plural for the state or quality of being holy, sacred, or saintly
Plural for the well-being of a person or thing as a result of a well-intentioned act
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