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scruple

In theology, the fear of sin when none has been committed. Generally, scruples are thoughts characterized by uncertainty or hesitation in relation to right and wrong moral conduct. Scruples may be condemned as indecision; the classic case is that of Hamlet.



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" The Fowler replied, "I shall now with less scruple take your life, because you are willing to save it at the cost of betraying your friends and relations.
Fables by Aesop View in context
For your sake, and for Norah's, I am going to let you know what the scruple really is which has misled her into the pride and folly of refusing you.
No Name by Collins, Wilkie View in context
Do not scruple to come and see me, Makar Alexievitch.
Poor Folk by Dostoyevsky, Fyodor View in context
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