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to repent
01
to sincerely regret and turn away from wrongdoing, seeking forgiveness
Intransitive
Examples
After realizing his mistakes, he sincerely repented and sought forgiveness for his actions.
02
to feel sincere regret or remorse for a past action or failure
Transitive: to repent an action or decision
Examples
She repented her decision to leave the company, realizing it was a mistake.
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