Err and Repent

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Err verb - To commit an offense.

Usage example: when we err, we must be willing to accept the consequences

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Repent is an antonym for err.

Nearby Words: error, erring

Repent verb - Feel remorse for; feel sorry for; be contrite about.

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Err is an antonym for repent.

err life

repent life

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