repent
verb (used without object)
to feel sorry, self-reproachful, or contrite for past conduct; regret or be conscience-stricken about a past action, attitude, etc. (often followed byof ).
are repenting
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present progressiveof repent.present progressive
Used to describe an ongoing action or state that is currently taking place in the immediate present.
Example Sentences
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So, there’s a deeper meditation where you are repenting, not only for him but for the dynamics that are happening.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 17, 2022
Perhaps I shall," Paul replied, "but if you are repenting your bargain and are trying to scare me off, Dad, it is too late.
From Paul and the Printing Press by A. O. (Arthur O.) Scott
No one has ever a right to be false, and if you are repenting a falsehood, I will willingly help you to eat your ashes and to wear your sackcloth.
From He Knew He Was Right by Anthony Trollope
No doubt you have just stolen some gold and silver from some temple and are repenting.
From The Eleven Comedies, Volume 2 by Aristophanes
