Dismiss Clergy In Sign Of Repentance Crossword Clue

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Updated: October 30, 2024

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	noun • a garment made of coarse sacking; formerly worn as an indication of remorse • a coarse cloth resembling sacking
	35%	9		Clergy member who offers repentance
	noun • a priest who hears confession and gives absolution • someone who confesses (discloses information damaging to themselves)
	32%	10		Penitent person who inflicts pain upon themselves as a sign of repentance
	noun • a person who is whipped or whips himself for sexual gratification • a person who whips himself as a religious penance

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Telegraph Toughie31 Oct 2024	Across 11
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