self-recriminations

noun

plural of self-recrimination
as in self-reproaches

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  1. declarations
  2. affirmations
  3. confessions
  4. confirmations
Noun
  • Tehran’s declarations snapped another fragile thread as the war shows no end in sight.
    — Jon Gambrell, Fortune, 18 July 2026
  • The European Commission adopted the Delegated Act, which updates and simplifies the list of products covered by the EUDR, while the Implementing Act outlines the information system for submitting due diligence statements and simplified declarations.
    — Jennifer Bringle, Footwear News, 16 July 2026
Definition of declarations
Noun
  • Instead of tightening a leash or pushing on a dog’s back to force them to do a trick, pooches are commonly rewarded with treats, toys or positive affirmations.
    — Patrick Ryan, USA Today, 10 July 2026
  • As Lines’ delusions calcified, so did ChatGPT’s affirmations.
    — Maggie Harrison Dupré, Futurism, 2 July 2026
Definition of affirmations
Noun
  • And her brand of absurdist humor, full of candid confessions, fart jokes, and Harry Styles fan-fiction, definitely goes there.
    — Shannon Carlin, Time, 14 July 2026
  • Prosecutors showed a video interview with Robinson's former lover and roommate, Lance Twiggs, who alleged the suspect made multiple confessions.
    — Michael Ruiz , Tessa Hoyos, FOXNews.com, 13 July 2026
Definition of confessions
Noun
  • That complicates every task on the floor for the party, from confirmations to legislation.
    — Morgan Chalfant, semafor.com, 13 July 2026
  • The cast confirmations come following the departures of Amanda Batula, who starred on the show for 10 seasons, and West Wilson, who appeared in three seasons.
    — Carly Thomas, HollywoodReporter, 13 July 2026
Definition of confirmations
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