Penitence Crossword Clue

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Updated: October 13, 2023

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	noun • a feeling of deep regret (usually for some misdeed)
	90%	5		Feeling of remorse or regret
	noun • the state of having committed an offense • remorse caused by feeling responsible for some offense
	90%	6		Feeling of disappointment or sadness over something that has happened
	noun • sadness associated with some wrong done or some disappointment verb • feel remorse for; feel sorry for; be contrite about • feel sad about the loss or absence of • decline formally or politely • express with regret

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The Guardian Quick16 Jan 2020	Down 16
New York Times24 Mar 1985	Across 94
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