forgive for

forgive (someone) for (something)

To absolve or pardon someone for a misdeed or slight. I don't think she'll ever be able to forgive Jack for cheating on her. Please forgive me, I have the worst memory—what's your name again? You stole my money and then lied to my face about it! How am I supposed to forgive you for that?

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forgive someone for something

to pardon someone for something. Please forgive me for being late. He never forgave himself for harming her.

See also: for, forgive

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