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Becomes Contrite

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verb

• turn away from sin or do penitence

• feel remorse for; feel sorry for; be contrite about

28%14 With a contrite attitude
adverb

• in an apologetic manner

28%10 With a contrite heart
adverb

• in a rueful manner

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