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Somebody could/might be forgiven for doing something

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Situational Context

Use this phrase when a situation might lead someone to a reasonable, but incorrect conclusion.

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Seeing the closed sign at noon, one might be forgiven for thinking the shop was out of business.
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Empathetic Tone

The phrase often carries a tone of empathy, showing that the speaker understands the person’s perspective.

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Given the team's recent losses, you might be forgiven for feeling a bit pessimistic about the next game.
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Hypothetical Mistake

This phrase is for hypothetical mistakes, not actual errors. It's a gentle way to correct someone.

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With his strong accent, you might be forgiven for mishearing his name.
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