apologetically

Example Sentences

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But they couldn’t do that, one doctor said apologetically, sighing deeply.

From Salon • May 27, 2026

Smiling apologetically, he tells us: "I'm keeping her waiting for you guys and this interview."

From BBC • May 23, 2026

"I don't have any words", she said apologetically and with a smile.

From Barron's • Apr. 9, 2026

The next day, the owner called him and apologetically fired him, Robinson told the Post.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 22, 2026

“It’s what you did to open the locket,” he told Harry apologetically.

From "Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows" by J.K. Rowling