Cryptic crossword clue
Found holding Bible — gets absolved 7

The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 7 letter word FORGAVE

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What does FORGAVE mean?

FORGAVE verb
  1. To pardon; to waive any negative feeling or desire for punishment, retribution, or compensation.
  2. To accord forgiveness.

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