apology

Example Sentences

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Rousseau had earlier issued an apology over his English-only message, saying he was saddened that his limited French "has diverted attention from the profound grief of the families."

From Barron's • Mar. 30, 2026

However, the post fell short of a formal apology, which could mean the controversy won’t end swiftly.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 30, 2026

In the report published on Friday, the Education Select Committee recommended the government must provide an "unqualified formal apology" to all those affected by forced adoption in the UK.

From BBC • Mar. 27, 2026

OTTAWA—Air Canada Chief Executive Michael Rousseau issued an apology Thursday about his inability to speak French after facing sharp criticism from Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 26, 2026

Simple errors can be fixed with an eraser; more complicated blunders require an apology and a sincere effort to make things right.

From "The Hidden Gallery" by Maryrose Wood