Answer: forgives

AnswerCrossword Clue
FORGIVESShows compassion, perhaps
FORGIVESExcuses
FORGIVESLets it go
forgivesUsed in polite expressions as a request to excuse or regard indulgently one's foibles, ignorance, or impoliteness
forgivesCancel (a debt)
forgivesFORGIVE, to pardon (to release from liability for an offence)
forgivesStop feeling angry or resentful toward someone for (an offense, flaw, or mistake)
forgivesStop feeling angry or resentful toward (someone) for an offense, flaw, or mistake