contriteness

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for contriteness
Noun
  • The peace at the end of the recent war with Israel is similarly marked by a lack of Iranian introspection or remorse.
    Graeme Wood, The Atlantic, 2 Sep. 2025
  • His remorse follows him forever.
    Jane Ciabattari September 2, Literary Hub, 2 Sep. 2025
Noun
  • So, foster an environment where taking time off is normalized and supported, not something that creates anxiety or guilt.
    Johnny C. Taylor Jr, USA Today, 9 Sep. 2025
  • Commenters asked her lots of questions about the case, including what evidence convinced her of Donna’s guilt.
    KC Baker, PEOPLE, 8 Sep. 2025
Noun
  • Even Missouri Republicans are expressing a touch of regret at the thought of losing Cleaver.
    Rachel Schilke, The Washington Examiner, 5 Sep. 2025
  • Because this is a story, ultimately, of ruin and regret and things not going to plan.
    Jessica Kiang, Variety, 5 Sep. 2025
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“Contriteness.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/contriteness. Accessed 10 Sep. 2025.

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