act of contrition

noun

1. Christianity a short prayer of penitence

Example Sentences

“Ultimately, actions will speak louder than words but this initial act of contrition is welcome.”

From Washington Times

“Ultimately, actions will speak louder than words but this initial act of contrition is welcome.”

From Seattle Times

The president said that while he welcomed plans by the family to acknowledge what he called the sins of the past, it also implies “an acknowledgement of the cruel nature of African enslavement and indentureship in Guyana and an act of contrition that paves the way for justice. The Gladstone family has admitted that it benefited from African enslavement and indentureship on the Demerara and other plantations owned by its patriarch, John Gladstone.”

From Seattle Times

An act of contrition by President Joe Biden, he said, “would do wonders not only to consolidate the strength of the bilateral relationship, … it would also do wonders for America’s reputation in the wider region and world.”

From Washington Times

Florida’s planned ban has effectively upended the College Board’s act of contrition and social repair.

From Los Angeles Times