All 3 Uses of
reprieve
in
The Count of Monte Cristo
- Take what precautions you please, if it is any satisfaction to you to do so; but rely upon my obtaining the reprieve I seek.†
Chpt 33-34 *
- And whom will you employ to carry the reprieve to the officer directing the execution?†
Chpt 33-34
- Well, then, if you obtain the reprieve?†
Chpt 33-34
Definition:
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(reprieve) delay or halt punishment; or a warrant granting such -- especially a death sentence
or:
relieve temporarily