VERB: "to feel penitence, remorse, or regret for" Crossword Clue

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VERB: "to feel penitence, remorse, or regret for" Crossword Answer

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(noun)
1. European strong-scented perennial herb with grey-green bitter-tasting leaves; an irritant similar to poison ivy
2. sadness associated with some wrong done or some disappointment
(verb)
1. feel remorse for; feel sorry for; be contrite about

Hint 2: Clue Definitions

PENITENCE (noun)
1. remorse for your past conduct
REMORSE (noun)
1. a feeling of deep regret (usually for some misdeed)

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