someone could be forgiven for thinking/wondering/believing, etc.
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used for saying that it is not surprising that someone thinks or believes something, even though they are wrong to do soVoters could be forgiven for thinking that the major parties have no policies at all for the environment.
Synonyms and related words
Ways of saying that you are not surprised
of course
sure enough
I might have known/guessed
See also main entry: forgiveSee also main entry: forgive