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reprieve - A temporary delay or suspension of a punishment or undesirable situation, often granted as a mercy or to allow for further consideration.
The condemned prisoner was granted a reprieve by the governor, to the great relief of both him and his family.
astute - Ability to understand things quickly and clearly, and to use the knowledge well
From a very early age, Gail instinctively knew everything about business, and and after college she proved to be an astute business woman, and became a millionaire before the age of 30.