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impunity
[ im-pyoo-ni-tee ]
noun
- exemption from punishment.
- immunity from detrimental effects, as of an action.
impunity
/ ɪ³¾Ëˆ±èÂá³Ü˲Ôɪ³Ùɪ /
noun
- exemption or immunity from punishment or recrimination
- exemption or immunity from unpleasant consequences
a successful career marked by impunity from early mistakes
- with impunity
- with no unpleasant consequences
- with no care or heed for such consequences
˜yÐÄvlog History and Origins
Origin of impunity1
˜yÐÄvlog History and Origins
Origin of impunity1
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Example Sentences
Collusion between gangs and police and politicians has long impeded justice in Mexico, nurturing a culture of impunity.
"President Prabowo appears intent on restoring the Indonesian military's role in civilian affairs, which were long characterised by widespread abuses and impunity," said Andreas Harsono, senior Indonesia researcher at Human Rights Watch.
Each one of these judgments pierces the appearance of Trump and his administration’s ability to act with impunity like a king or dictator.
What would’ve constituted a headline-making scandal is brushed under the rug after a few days, with the notorious government actors treated with impunity.
The recent homicides continue an enduring problem in the California prison system: Inmates already serving life sentences — and who have nothing to lose by incurring more time — committing killings seemingly with impunity.
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