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redemption(noun, reason, approval, argument, explanation)
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reformation
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refuge
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refutation(noun, vindication)
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regretting
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rejoinder(noun, return, argument, explanation, justification)
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remorse of conscience(expression, idiom)
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remorsefulness
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repining
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reply(noun, return, reason, approval, argument)
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request for forgiveness(noun, expression, idiom, excuse, regret)
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response(noun, return, reason, approval, argument)
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retort(noun, return, argument, explanation, justification)
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return(noun, argument, explanation, wave, compensation)
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rhubarb
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ruefulness(noun, worry, concern, shame, disappointment)
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saeta
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salvation(noun, reason, approval, argument, explanation)
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sanctification(noun, reason, approval, argument, explanation)
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