Displaying clemency (8)

I believe the answer is:

merciful

(Other definitions for merciful that I've seen before include "Showing forgiveness" , "Clement - forbearing" , "Humane" , "Showing clemency" , "Showing pity or leniency" .)

I've seen this clue in The Times.

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