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matter of (individual) conscience

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Definition of matter of (individual) conscience

: something that people must decide about according to what they believe is morally right The issue is a matter of (individual) conscience.

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“Matter of (individual) conscience.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/matter%20of%20%28individual%29%20conscience. Accessed 12 Aug. 2022.

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