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Penitent Crossword Clue

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adjective satellite

• feeling or expressing pain or sorrow for sins or offenses

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adjective satellite

• feeling or expressing pain or sorrow for sins or offenses

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The Guardian Quick05 Nov 2019 Down 2
New York Times16 Jan 2009 Down 3
The Guardian Quick28 Aug 2008 Across 9
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