apologetic

Usually the scenario brings an apologetic raise of the hand from the player who has benefitted.

When he phoned to ask why his knee replacement had been delayed, he was told by an "apologetic" secretary that he would have to wait another year due to budget cuts.

The Spaniard escaped injury as she buckled under Packer's weight and the England flanker was immediately apologetic.

After the collision, West was said to be "apologetic" and "in a state of panic".

The Toronto rapper and singer appeared apologetic throughout, promising to play some of his biggest hits to win over the crowd.