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guilt

[gilt] / gɪlt /


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Victims are often cross-examined during the lengthy legal proceedings, which frequently deepens their sense of guilt, Tsang noted.

From Barron's Jul. 20, 2026

"I always remember the guilt attached to that, feeling like I was sort of farming them off somewhere rather than spending time with them," says Heptinstall.

From BBC Jul. 17, 2026

After the initial excitement wears off, many people face loneliness, sadness, guilt and grief — aspects of the move that aren’t often discussed before one.

From Salon Jul. 11, 2026

“She still got survivor’s guilt, and she’s still trying to find her place within the X-Men now that the one that she loves is gone.”

From Los Angeles Times Jul. 10, 2026

For a second, I thought it was Hannie, and I felt wracked with shame and guilt for being such a snooper.

From "Code Name Kingfisher" by Liz Kessler




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