28
reward(noun, prize, payment, penalty)
18
forgiveness(noun, blame)
13
exoneration(noun, reward)
12
exemption
11
absolution
10
amnesty
10
pardon(noun, hold, forgiveness)
10
persuasion
6
prize(noun, loss, award, winnings)
6
reprieve
5
acquittal
5
remission
4
award(noun, reward)
4
appearance
4
approval
4
premium(noun, disregard)
3
belief
3
charity
3
clemency
1
bribe
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