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renouce to say in a formal or definite way that you refuse to
follow, obey, or support (someone or something) any longer
He renounced his old way of life.
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excuse [count] a reason that you give to explain a mistake, bad
behavior, etc.
What's your excuse for being so late?
She had no valid excuse for not finishing her homework.
He's always making excuses for himself.

reason [count] a statement or fact that explains why something is
the way it is, why someone does, thinks, or says something, or
why someone behaves a certain way
I gave a reason for my absence.
Is there a reason for your strange behavior?
There is a reason why they don't want to come.
I can't give you the report for the simple reason that it isn't yet finished.
She explained her reasons for deciding to change jobs.
He wanted to know the reason for their decision.
Give me one good reason why I should believe you.
He tends to get upset for no reason.

fault [count] a bad quality or part of someone's character : a weakness
in character
He loved her despite her many faults. [failings]
Lack of courage is his worst fault.
In spite of her faults, she's a loyal friend. = For all her faults,
she's a loyal friend.

apology a statement saying that you are sorry about something : an expression
of regret for having done or said something wrong
[count] 
The company issued/delivered an official apology to its customers 
for its error.
Please accept our sincerest/humblest apologies for any problems 
we may have caused.
I demand an apology.
I owe you an apology. = You deserve an apology. 
He refused to accept my apology.
She makes no apologies for her lifestyle. [she does not believe that 
her lifestyle is wrong]
[noncount]
We received a letter/note of apology from the company.


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