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The release of a former prisoner under condition of compliance with specific terms.
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He was released on parole.
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The amount of time a former prisoner spends on limited release.
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A word of honor, especially given by a prisoner of war, to not engage in combat if released.
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Language in use, as opposed to language as a system.
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(immigration law) The permission for a foreigner who does not meet the technical requirements for a visa to be allowed to enter the U.S. on humanitarian grounds.
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A watchword given only to officers of guards; distinguished from the countersign, which is given to all guards.
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An oral declaration; see parol.