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Term: solvere poenas
Definition: Solvere poenas is a Latin term that means to pay the penalty. It refers to the act of accepting the consequences of one's actions and making amends for any wrongdoing. When someone has done something wrong, they may be required to solvere poenas as a way of making things right and restoring balance. This term reminds us that actions have consequences and that it is important to take responsibility for our actions.
solvere poenas
To pay the penalty for something.
These examples show how solvere poenas means to pay the penalty for something you did wrong. In the first example, someone broke the law and had to pay the penalty for their actions. In the second example, someone cheated on a test and had to pay the penalty by retaking it.