Self-respect - The secure feeling that no one, as yet, is suspicious.
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Remorse - Regret that one waited so long to do it.
Permalink to quote #50 Truth - Something somehow discreditable to someone.
Permalink to quote #52 Platitude - An idea (a) that is admitted to be true by everyone, and (b) that is not true.
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