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to atone
01
racheter, expier
to make up for a past offense or mistake by doing something good or beneficial
Exemples
He atoned for his past misdeeds by making significant donations to charity.
Il a expier ses méfaits passés en faisant des dons importants à des œuvres caritatives.
02
expier, réparer, racheter
(religious) to make up for a sin by feeling sorry, asking for forgiveness, and trying to do better
Exemples
The person went to confession to atone for his sins and received guidance from the priest.
La personne est allée à la confession pour expier ses péchés et a reçu des conseils du prêtre.
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