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* '''Exploited''': ???

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* '''Exploited''': ???Because Alice knows Bob may repeat the same action, Alice holds this attitude towards him as a way to improve himself.
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** Alice [[ThisIsUnforgivable never forgives Bob]] for his crimes.

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** Alice [[ThisIsUnforgivable [[RejectedApology never forgives Bob]] for his crimes.

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* '''Played For Laughs''': Alice's CatchPhrase whenever someone apologizes for doing wrong is "I WON'T FORGET ABOUT IT!!"



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* '''Justified''': Alice felt that Bob has seriously crossed the line, and Bob's serious apology isn't enough to change her mood.

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* '''Justified''': '''Justified''':
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Alice felt that Bob has seriously crossed the line, and Bob's serious apology isn't enough to change her mood.mood.
** Alice felt that Bob may repeat the same action.

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* '''Deconstructed''': The more Alice continues to remembers Bob's past actions, the more she behaves coldly towards Bob. She becomes so caught up in remembering his actions that this made her a cold-hearted jerk, which made Bob get the impression that she has never forgiven him at all, thus putting a black mark in their relationship.

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* '''Deconstructed''': '''Deconstructed''':
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The more Alice continues to remembers Bob's past actions, the more she behaves coldly towards Bob. She becomes so caught up in remembering his actions that this made her a cold-hearted jerk, which made Bob get the impression that she has never forgiven him at all, thus putting a black mark in their relationship.
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** [[WideEyedIdealist Cheryl]] grows weary of Alice's behavior towards Bob being [[NotSoDifferent similar in nature to Bob's misdeed]], and [[WhatTheHellHero duly calls her out on it]] before permanently leaving the group and [[JadeColoredGlasses turning cynical as a result]].
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** Alice apologizes to Bob while still hating his guts.

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** Alice grudgingly apologizes to Bob while still hating his guts.Bob.
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* '''Conversed''': "I thought Alice has forgiven Bob? Why is she still mad at him?"

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* '''Conversed''': "I thought Alice has forgiven Bob? Why "Why is she still mad at him?"it that all these characters always act like dicks while forgiving them?"

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* '''Straight''':
** Alice forgives [[TheAtoner Bob]] for [[FaceHeelTurn betraying the team]] for [[BigBad Emperor Evulz]], although she still [[NeverLiveItDown won't forget what he's done]].
** Alice forgives Bob while still being mad at him for betraying the team.

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'''Straight''': Alice forgives [[TheAtoner Bob]] for [[FaceHeelTurn betraying the team]] for [[BigBad Emperor Evulz]], although she she's still [[NeverLiveItDown won't forget what he's done]].
** Alice forgives Bob while still being mad at him for betraying the team.
angry with him.



** Alice doesn't harbor any begrudging anger towards Bob, but she still feels a bit distrustful of him.
** Alice willingly forgives Bob, but still tells him that she felt hurt by Bob's actions.

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** Alice doesn't harbor any begrudging anger towards Bob, but she still secretly feels a bit distrustful of him.
** Alice willingly forgives Bob, Bob without any resentment, but still tells him that she felt feels hurt by Bob's actions.



* '''Zig Zagged''': Alice finds it hard to determine whether or not she has forgiven Bob as well as forgetting his mistake.

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* '''Zig Zagged''': Alice finds it hard to determine whether or not she has forgiven Bob as well as forgetting his mistake.mistakes.



* '''Deconstructed''': The more Alice continues to remembers Bob's past actions, the more she behaves coldly towards Bob. She becomes so caught up in remembering his actions that this made her a cold-hearted jerk, which made Bob get the perception that she has never forgiven him at all, thus putting a black mark in their friendship.

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* '''Deconstructed''': The more Alice continues to remembers Bob's past actions, the more she behaves coldly towards Bob. She becomes so caught up in remembering his actions that this made her a cold-hearted jerk, which made Bob get the perception impression that she has never forgiven him at all, thus putting a black mark in their friendship.relationship.
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** Alice doesn't forgive Bob for his deed, but has suddenly forgot about it.

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** Alice doesn't forgive Bob for his deed, but has suddenly forgot forgotten about it.
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* '''Justified''': Alice felt that Bob has seriously crossed the line, and even if Bob wants to change for the better, that's not good enough to make her completely forgive him.

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* '''Justified''': Alice felt that Bob has seriously crossed the line, and even if Bob wants Bob's serious apology isn't enough to change for the better, that's not good enough to make her completely forgive him.mood.
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* '''Zig Zagged''': Alice finds it hard to determine whether or not he has forgiven Bob as well as forgetting his mistake.

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* '''Zig Zagged''': Alice finds it hard to determine whether or not he she has forgiven Bob as well as forgetting his mistake.



* '''Enforced''': A cynical author wants to teach people to forgive but never forget about the bad things that people have done.

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* '''Enforced''': A cynical The author wants to teach people downplays the theme of {{Revenge}} by proving that it's okay to forgive but never forget about the bad things that people have done.those and still be mad at them.



* '''Invoked''': "Bob, do you remember about the time you turned your back on [[TrueCompanions us]]?"

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* '''Invoked''': "Bob, do you remember about the time you turned your back on [[TrueCompanions us]]?"???



* '''Deconstructed''': The more Alice continues to remembers Bob's past actions, the more she behaves coldly towards Bob. She becomes so caught up in remembering his actions that this made her a cold-hearted jerk, driving others away from her. This is the undeniable proof that Alice has never forgiven Bob at all, or ''anyone'' for that matter.
* '''Reconstructed''': Alice comes to terms that she has gone too far, and thanks to Bob, who has forgave her for acting cold, learns how to not only forgive others, but also let go of the past, no matter how difficult it can be.

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* '''Deconstructed''': The more Alice continues to remembers Bob's past actions, the more she behaves coldly towards Bob. She becomes so caught up in remembering his actions that this made her a cold-hearted jerk, driving others away from her. This is which made Bob get the undeniable proof perception that Alice she has never forgiven Bob him at all, or ''anyone'' for that matter.
thus putting a black mark in their friendship.
* '''Reconstructed''': But the two learn that while they're ''willing'' to forget, they are ''unable'' to, so Alice comes to terms and Bob rebuild their friendship agreeing that she has gone too far, even if it's difficult, they will try to forget the bad and thanks to Bob, who has forgave her for acting cold, learns how to not only forgive others, but also let go of remember the past, no matter how difficult it can be.good.
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** Alice forgives Bob for blowing up an entire city while ending their friendship.

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* '''Straight''': Alice forgives [[TheAtoner Bob]] for [[FaceHeelTurn betraying the team]] for [[BigBad Emperor Evulz]], although she still [[NeverLiveItDown won't forget what he's done]].
* '''Exaggerated''': Alice forgives Bob for blowing up an entire city while promising him physical harm should there be any repeats.
* '''Downplayed''': Alice doesn't harbor any begrudging anger towards Bob, but she still feels a bit distrustful of him.

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* '''Straight''': '''Straight''':
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Alice forgives [[TheAtoner Bob]] for [[FaceHeelTurn betraying the team]] for [[BigBad Emperor Evulz]], although she still [[NeverLiveItDown won't forget what he's done]].
** Alice forgives Bob while still being mad at him for betraying the team.
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Alice forgives Bob for blowing up an entire city while promising him physical harm should there be any repeats.
* '''Downplayed''': '''Downplayed''':
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Alice doesn't harbor any begrudging anger towards Bob, but she still feels a bit distrustful of him.him.
** Alice willingly forgives Bob, but still tells him that she felt hurt by Bob's actions.



** Alice grudgingly apologizes to Bob while still hating his guts.
** Alice doesn't forgive Bob for his deed, but has suddenly forgot about the deed.
* '''Subverted''':
** It would seem that Alice and Bob are seemingly in good terms until Alice throws Bob off a cliff.
** As soon as Bob rebuilds the bridge of trust with his friends, Alice willingly puts aside her negative feelings and forgive him completely.
* '''Double Subverted''':
** ...but she picks up Bob and tells him that [[RestrainedRevenge she needed to do that]]. She still dislikes him, though.
** ...but she then slaps him across the face telling him she still will never get over what Bob has done. Still, [[VitriolicBestBuds she considers him a friend]].

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** Alice grudgingly apologizes to Bob while still hating his guts.
** Alice doesn't forgive Bob for his deed, but has suddenly forgot about the deed.
it.
* '''Subverted''':
** It would seem that Alice and Bob are seemingly in good terms until Alice throws Bob off a cliff.
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'''Subverted''': As soon as Bob rebuilds the bridge of trust with his friends, Alice willingly puts aside her negative feelings and forgive him completely.
* '''Double Subverted''':
** ...but she picks up Bob and tells him that [[RestrainedRevenge she needed to do that]]. She still dislikes him, though.
** ...
Subverted''': ...but she then slaps him across the face telling him she still will never get over what Bob has done. Still, [[VitriolicBestBuds she considers him a friend]].[[RestrainedRevenge he's forgiven anyways]].



* '''Zig Zagged''': ???

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* '''Zig Zagged''': ???Alice finds it hard to determine whether or not he has forgiven Bob as well as forgetting his mistake.
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** Alice doesn't forgive Bob for his deed, but has suddenly forgot about the deed.

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* '''Defied''': Alice decides to not give Bob the benefit of the doubt since she doesn't trust him.

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* '''Defied''': '''Defied''':
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Alice decides to not give Bob the benefit of the doubt since she doesn't trust him. him.
** Alice wants to forget about Bob's betrayal, so she is happy for his change of heart.
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* '''Conversed''': ???"I thought Alice has forgiven Bob? Why is she still mad at him?"

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* '''Justified''':
** Alice felt that Bob has seriously crossed the line, and even if Bob wants to change for the better, that's not good enough to make her completely forgive him.
** Alice [[TeethClenchedTeamwork never liked Bob to begin with]], and she always focuses on his bad qualities more than the good.

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* '''Justified''':
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'''Justified''': Alice felt that Bob has seriously crossed the line, and even if Bob wants to change for the better, that's not good enough to make her completely forgive him.
** Alice [[TeethClenchedTeamwork never liked Bob to begin with]], and she always focuses on his bad qualities more than the good.
him.
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** Alice grudgingly forgives Bob for rescuing her from Emperor Evulz's secret lair.

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** Alice grudgingly forgives apologizes to Bob for rescuing her from Emperor Evulz's secret lair.while still hating his guts.

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* '''Deconstructed''':
** The more Alice continues to remembers Bob's past actions, the more she behaves coldly towards Bob. She becomes so caught up in remembering his actions that this made her a cold-hearted jerk, driving others away from her. This is the undeniable proof that Alice has never forgiven Bob at all, or ''anyone'' for that matter.
** Failed to resist the urge of [[PayEvilUntoEvil paying evil with evil]], Alice begins to brutalize Bob to the point of nearly killing him, thinking it will bring emotional closure, but this costs her sanity, friends, and her [[FallenHero reputation as a hero]].

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* '''Deconstructed''':
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'''Deconstructed''': The more Alice continues to remembers Bob's past actions, the more she behaves coldly towards Bob. She becomes so caught up in remembering his actions that this made her a cold-hearted jerk, driving others away from her. This is the undeniable proof that Alice has never forgiven Bob at all, or ''anyone'' for that matter.
** Failed to resist the urge of [[PayEvilUntoEvil paying evil with evil]], Alice begins to brutalize Bob to the point of nearly killing him, thinking it will bring emotional closure, but this costs her sanity, friends, and her [[FallenHero reputation as a hero]].
matter.
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** The more Alice continues to remembers Bob's past actions, the more she behaves coldly towards Bob. She becomes so caught up in remembering his actions that this [[HeWhoFightsMonsters made her a revenge-driven psychopath]] destroying everyone in her way. This is the undeniable proof that Alice has never forgiven Bob at all.

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** The more Alice continues to remembers Bob's past actions, the more she behaves coldly towards Bob. She becomes so caught up in remembering his actions that this [[HeWhoFightsMonsters made her a revenge-driven psychopath]] destroying everyone in her way. cold-hearted jerk, driving others away from her. This is the undeniable proof that Alice has never forgiven Bob at all.all, or ''anyone'' for that matter.



* '''Reconstructed''': Alice comes to terms that she has gone too far and may be worse than Bob ever was. Surprisingly to Alice, Bob forgives her easily only because the others have forgiven him. Now the two are good friends again and made an agreement to be willing to put the past behind them no matter how hard it may be.

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* '''Reconstructed''': Alice comes to terms that she has gone too far far, and may be worse than Bob ever was. Surprisingly thanks to Alice, Bob forgives Bob, who has forgave her easily for acting cold, learns how to not only because forgive others, but also let go of the others have forgiven him. Now the two are good friends again and made an agreement to be willing to put the past behind them past, no matter how hard difficult it may can be.
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* '''Reconstructed''': Alice comes to terms that she has gone too far and may be worse than Bob ever was. Surprisingly to Alice, Bob forgives her easily only because the others have forgiven him. Now the two are good friends again and made an agreement to be willing to put the past behind them.

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* '''Reconstructed''': Alice comes to terms that she has gone too far and may be worse than Bob ever was. Surprisingly to Alice, Bob forgives her easily only because the others have forgiven him. Now the two are good friends again and made an agreement to be willing to put the past behind them.them no matter how hard it may be.

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* '''Enforced''': A cynical author wants to teach people never forget about the bad things that people have done.

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* '''Enforced''': A cynical author wants to teach people to forgive but never forget about the bad things that people have done.



* '''Reconstructed''': Alice comes to terms that she has gone too far and may be worse than Bob ever was. Surprisingly to Alice, Bob forgives her easily only because the others have forgiven him. Now the two are good friends again and willing forgets the past.

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* '''Reconstructed''': Alice comes to terms that she has gone too far and may be worse than Bob ever was. Surprisingly to Alice, Bob forgives her easily only because the others have forgiven him. Now the two are good friends again and made an agreement to be willing forgets to put the past.past behind them.



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* '''Subverted''': ???
* '''Double Subverted''': ???

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* '''Subverted''': ???
'''Subverted''':
** It would seem that Alice and Bob are seemingly in good terms until Alice throws Bob off a cliff.
** As soon as Bob rebuilds the bridge of trust with his friends, Alice willingly puts aside her negative feelings and forgive him completely.
* '''Double Subverted''': ???Subverted''':
** ...but she picks up Bob and tells him that [[RestrainedRevenge she needed to do that]]. She still dislikes him, though.
** ...but she then slaps him across the face telling him she still will never get over what Bob has done. Still, [[VitriolicBestBuds she considers him a friend]].



* '''Enforced''': ???

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* '''Enforced''': ???A cynical author wants to teach people never forget about the bad things that people have done.



* '''Defied''': ???
* '''Discussed''': ???

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* '''Defied''': ???
Alice decides to not give Bob the benefit of the doubt since she doesn't trust him.
* '''Discussed''': ???"It seems that people who forgive but don't forget are the ones who don't move forward."


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* '''Reconstructed''': Alice comes to terms that she has gone too far and may be worse than Bob ever was. Surprisingly to Alice, Bob forgives her easily only because the others have forgiven him. Now the two are good friends again and willing forgets the past.

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* '''Deconstructed''': The more Alice continues to remembers Bob's past actions, the more she behaves coldly towards Bob. Thus, Bob sees this as unquestionable proof that Alice has never really forgiven him after all. She begins to brutalize Bob to the point of nearly killing him, thinking it will bring emotional closure, but this costs her sanity, friends, and her reputation as a hero.

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* '''Deconstructed''': '''Deconstructed''':
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The more Alice continues to remembers Bob's past actions, the more she behaves coldly towards Bob. Thus, Bob sees She becomes so caught up in remembering his actions that this as unquestionable [[HeWhoFightsMonsters made her a revenge-driven psychopath]] destroying everyone in her way. This is the undeniable proof that Alice has never really forgiven him after all. She Bob at all.
** Failed to resist the urge of [[PayEvilUntoEvil paying evil with evil]], Alice
begins to brutalize Bob to the point of nearly killing him, thinking it will bring emotional closure, but this costs her sanity, friends, and her [[FallenHero reputation as a hero.hero]].

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* '''Deconstructed''': The more Alice continues to remembers Bob's past actions, the more she behaves coldly towards Bob. Thus, Bob sees this as unquestionable proof that Alice has never really forgiven him after all. She begins to brutalize Bob to the point of nearly killing him, thinking it will bring emotional closure, but this costs her sanity, friends, and her reputation as a hero.



%%* '''Deconstructed''': ???
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Sure, we forgive you for nattering, wiki vandal, and many other terrible things you've done, but don't think I will forget about the whole thing, Troper. Here's the link to the [[ForgivenButNotForgotten main page]] before I change my mind.

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Sure, we I forgive you for nattering, wiki vandal, and many other terrible things you've done, but don't think I will forget about the whole thing, Troper. Here's the link to the [[ForgivenButNotForgotten main page]] before I change my mind.

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* '''Parodied''': ???

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* '''Parodied''': ???During the whole series, Alice's resentment over Bob's crime is never mitigated, but [[NoodleIncident we never find out what said crime was]]... Until the very end when Alice reveals that Bob's "terrible" misdeed was [[PokeThePoodle eating a delicious jelly-donut that belonged to her!]] BonusPoints if [[FelonyMisdemeanor everyone reacts with terror and disgust to the revelation]]... And then start chasing Bob with {{torches and pitchforks}}.



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* '''Invoked''': ???

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* '''Invoked''': ???"Bob, do you remember about the time you turned your back on [[TrueCompanions us]]?"
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'''Basic Trope''': A character forgives another character, albeit begrudgingly.
*'''Straight''': Alice forgives [[TheAtoner Bob]] for [[FaceHeelTurn betraying the team]] for [[BigBad Emperor Evulz]], although she still [[NeverLiveItDown won't forget what he's done]].
*'''Exaggerated''': Alice forgives Bob for blowing up an entire city while promising him physical harm should there be any repeats.
*'''Downplayed''': Alice doesn't harbor any begrudging anger towards Bob, but she still feels a bit distrustful of him.
*'''Justified''':
** Alice felt that Bob has seriously crossed the line, and even if Bob wants to change for the better, that's not good enough to make her completely forgive him.
** Alice [[TeethClenchedTeamwork never liked Bob to begin with]], and she always focuses on his bad qualities more than the good.
*'''Inverted''':
** Alice punishes Bob for betraying the team for Emperor Evulz, although [[WasTooHardOnHim she doesn't enjoy it]].
** Alice grudgingly forgives Bob for rescuing her from Emperor Evulz's secret lair.
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*'''Double Subverted''': ???
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*'''Zig Zagged''': ???
*'''Averted''':
** Alice [[ThisIsUnforgivable never forgives Bob]] for his crimes.
** Alice [[EasilyForgiven forgives Bob and completely moves forward with her life]].
*'''Enforced''': ???
*'''Lampshaded''': "How can you forgive me while you're still angry, Alice?"
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*'''Defied''': ???
*'''Discussed''': ???
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Sure, we forgive you for nattering, wiki vandal, and many other terrible things you've done, but don't think I will forget about the whole thing, Troper. Here's the link to the [[ForgivenButNotForgotten main page]] before I change my mind.
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