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How to say: extenuating

Spelling: Extenuating Syllables  extenuating
US accent
/ɛkstˈɛnjuːˌeɪɾɪŋ/
UK accent
/ɛkstˈɛnjuːˌeɪtɪŋ/
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Definition

Definition — lessen or to try to lessen the seriousness or extent of

e.g. “The circumstances extenuate the crime”

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