SELF-CONFESSIONS Synonyms: 49 Similar and Opposite Words

self-confessions

noun

plural of self-confession

as in admissions

an open declaration of something (as a fault or the commission of an offense) about oneself by his own self-confession, he cravenly betrayed his best friend

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When Arizona removed Medicaid patients' access to podiatrists, diabetic foot infection hospital admissions increased 38 percent, hospital stays grew 29 percent, and charges rose 45 percent.

— Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 5 Oct. 2026
The Justice Department accused UCLA’s law school of illegally using race in admissions.

— Deputy Managing Editor, Los Angeles Times, 3 Oct. 2026

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This week's quiz spotlights red carpet moments and Hollywood confessions.

— Danielle Minnetian, FOXNews.com, 3 Oct. 2026
There is something about the smaller stage that is so close to the audience that makes Galindo’s confessions of rage and regret hit closer to the bone.

— Doni Wilson, Houston Chronicle, 30 Sep. 2026

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