as in mind
one's internal sense of right and wrong
Her conscience told her to find the lost wallet's owner.
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Recent Examples of conscience
The two best teams in the world: Canada, the heart and soul, conscience and bedrock of the game; the U.S., in its development and growth, the great story in hockey in the past 30 years.
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Ken Dryden, The Atlantic, 23 Feb. 2025
Given these recent actions, our show simply cannot, in good conscience, participate and be a part of this new culture that is being imposed on the Kennedy Center.
—Tommy Tuberville, Newsweek, 7 Mar. 2025
Demand the Congress protect Medicaid from Trump Letters: Americans of conscience must reject Christian nationalism
Is Wall Street turning its back on Elon Musk?
Obtaining that commitment will require extensive community outreach, which is where the federal grant comes in.
—Sierra Lopez, The Mercury News, 6 Mar. 2025
But the opposite is true: The people are the soul and the conscience of the republic.
—Maurizio Valsania, The Conversation, 5 Mar. 2025
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Ken Dryden, The Atlantic, 23 Feb. 2025
Given these recent actions, our show simply cannot, in good conscience, participate and be a part of this new culture that is being imposed on the Kennedy Center.
—Tommy Tuberville, Newsweek, 7 Mar. 2025
Demand the Congress protect Medicaid from Trump Letters: Americans of conscience must reject Christian nationalism
Is Wall Street turning its back on Elon Musk?
Obtaining that commitment will require extensive community outreach, which is where the federal grant comes in.
—Sierra Lopez, The Mercury News, 6 Mar. 2025
But the opposite is true: The people are the soul and the conscience of the republic.
—Maurizio Valsania, The Conversation, 5 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for conscience
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The caverns of the mind and spirit are appealing as Neptune moves into Aries.—
USA TODAY,
USA Today,
30 Mar. 2025
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That’s one thing that comes to mind, the folks whose daily lives are being impacted by transportation.—
Lisa Deaderick,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
30 Mar. 2025
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Ultimately, the Islamic Republic temporarily removed the morality police from the streets to ease tensions.—
Mohammad Ayatollahi Tabaar,
Foreign Affairs,
17 Mar. 2025
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The playwright believes this frankness lends the play a relatable and powerful authenticity, prompting audiences to reflect deeply on issues of legacy, morality, and historical accountability.—
Court Stroud,
Forbes,
16 Mar. 2025
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Boeing has faced criticism for its safety standards in recent years but claims its turnaround is underway.—
Zach Wichter,
USA TODAY,
4 Jan. 2025
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The storied manufacturer faced criticism for what many saw as slipping standards on its production lines in recent years.—
Zach Wichter,
USA TODAY,
4 Jan. 2025
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With tech in one hand and heart in the other, Riri is forced to navigate a new kind of battle—one that challenges her intellect, her upbringing, and her purpose.—
Okla Jones,
Essence,
30 Mar. 2025
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Here’s to Daisy Mae Pass King, raised on a Georgia farm by grandparents from the age of 6 after losing both parents, who found her way into the kitchen and our hearts.—
Nancy Vienneau,
Southern Living,
29 Mar. 2025
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Yes, one of the teenaged plane crash survivors and Yellowjackets team members who has become a more prominent character in the past timeline over the course of season 3.—
Stacy Lambe,
People.com,
28 Mar. 2025
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From a personality standpoint, many have praised Dart for his competitive mindset and character, something that coach Mike Tomlin often values.—
Mike DeFabo,
New York Times,
28 Mar. 2025
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“Conscience.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/conscience. Accessed 3 Apr. 2025.
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