What is reprieve meaning?

Reprieve is a temporary delay or suspension of a punishment or sentence, usually a death sentence. It can also refer to a temporary relief from a difficult or unpleasant situation. A reprieve can be granted for various reasons, such as medical grounds, clemency pleas, or pending further evidence in a case. The term is derived from the Latin "re" (again) and "prematurus" (to press). A reprieve is not a pardon or exoneration and does not eliminate the original sentence or conviction.