All 4 Uses of
reprieve
in
Measure for Measure
- that in his reprieve, Longer or shorter, he may be so fitted That his soul sicken not.†
Scene 2.4 *
- might but my bending down Reprieve thee from thy fate, it should proceed: I'll pray a thousand prayers for thy death,—No word to save thee.†
Scene 3.1
- —I hope it is some pardon or reprieve For the most gentle Claudio.†
Scene 4.2
- His friends still wrought reprieves for him; and, indeed, his fact, till now in the government of Lord Angelo, came not to an undoubtful proof.†
Scene 4.2
Definition:
temporary relief from something difficult or unpleasant; can also refer to a delay in punishment -- especially the death penalty