256 entries under noun topic. ×

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demurrer
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exception
2
factor
2
faltering(doubt, integrity, morality, misgiving)
2
grievance
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hesitancy(doubt, integrity, morality, misgiving)
2
kick
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pangs
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pause(doubt, integrity, morality, misgiving)
2
protest
2
protestation
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remorsefulness(feeling, distress, shame, sorrow)
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second thoughts(expression, sorrow, regret, scruple)
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squawk
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sympathy(understanding, empathy, concern, sorrow)
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abashment(confusion, disgrace, dishonor, irritation)
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action
1
affliction(worry, concern, shame, anguish)
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anguish(worry, concern, distress, anxiety)
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annoyance(worry, concern, shame, anguish)
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