apologetically
Example Sentences
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“It wasn’t pretty in the first half, I understand,” Chesney said, a bit apologetically, when asked about Saturday’s crowd.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 13, 2026
But they couldn’t do that, one doctor said apologetically, sighing deeply.
From Salon ● May 27, 2026
"I don't have any words", she said apologetically and with a smile.
From Barron's ● Apr. 9, 2026
“Everything seems to take so much longer since I retired,” I told Karen apologetically as I showed her the results.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Feb. 12, 2026
He stepped aside quickly and bobbed his head apologetically.
From "The Shakespeare Stealer" by Gary L. Blackwood
