penitence

Example Sentences

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At times, society feels like a house divided against itself, yet Lincoln reminded us that the resolution to civil strife and discord is “Thanksgiving and Praise” coupled with “humble penitence.”

From The Wall Street Journal

Our ad nauseum exposure to De León’s penitence junket has only underscored this question: Why does someone need to remain in that job to do the “work” he claims he wants to do?

From Los Angeles Times

But the budget was also an act of fiscal penitence after sweeping tax cuts that had been rolled out by the last prime minister, Liz Truss, roiled markets and caused the pound to crash.

From New York Times

Normally, when someone asks for a second chance there’s a kernel of penitence attached to the request.

From Seattle Times

But the budget was also an act of fiscal penitence after the sweeping tax cuts rolled out in September by the last prime minister, Liz Truss.

From New York Times