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Contrition Crossword Clue

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We've checked our database and believe the answer is PENITENCE which was last seen in the The Guardian Quick crossword.
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We think the answer to this crossword clue is: PENITENCE

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197%9Exact Match!
296%7Exact Match!
390%5 Feeling of remorse or regret

About This Clues Answer

We think the answer is "PENITENCE" which means:

    noun
  • • Remorse for your past conduct

An example sentence would be:

  • • "He showed deep penitence for his past mistakes."
  • • "She expressed her penitence for the hurtful things she had said."

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Source #Number Answer
The Guardian Quick04 Nov 2023 Down 3
New York Times Mini14 Sep 2019 Down 5
The Guardian Quick30 May 2017 Down 2
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