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Recognition for good exam result (6)

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credit

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(Other definitions for credit that I've seen before include "Reputation (for solvency)" , "Time to pay, or due recognition" , "Belief; tick" , "Honour or reliability - believe" , "Believe the time allowed for payment" .)

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