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Recantation

Definition:

Recantation refers to the act of publicly renouncing or withdrawing a previously held belief or statement.

Example sentences:

1. After being confronted with overwhelming evidence, the politician issued a recantation of his previous statement.
2. The scientist's recantation of her previous theory caused a stir within the scientific community.
3. His recantation of his support for the controversial policy surprised many of his followers.

Part of Speech:

Noun

Senses:

1. The act of renouncing or withdrawing a belief or statement publicly.

2. A formal retraction of a previously made statement or confession.

Usage:

1. The recantation of his political views was met with both praise and criticism.

2. The witness made a recantation of his initial testimony, undermining the prosecution's case.

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