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conscience(noun, worry, concern, shame, disappointment)
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contention
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controversy
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cop-out(noun, action, reason, trick, claim)
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copout(noun, return, argument, explanation, justification)
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cover-up
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cover up
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deathbed repentance
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defending
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demur(noun, worry, concern, shame, disappointment)
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device
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discomfort(noun, worry, concern, shame, anguish)
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dismissal(noun, vindication)
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disputation
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dispute
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dissatisfaction(noun, worry, concern, shame, disappointment)
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dole(noun, worry, concern, shame, anguish)
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espousal
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excusing(noun, return, argument, explanation, justification)
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expiation(noun, return, compensation, redress, renewal)
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