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apologies

NOUN

regret

Synonyms

STRONGEST

anguish annoyance apology bitterness concern contrition disappointment discomfort dissatisfaction grief heartache heartbreak misgiving nostalgia qualm remorse repentance sorrow uneasiness worry

STRONG

affliction care compunction conscience demur dole lamentation pang penitence ruefulness scruple self-accusation self-condemnation self-disgust self-reproach woe

WEAK

regretfulness

Antonyms

STRONGEST

calmness comfort contentment delight happiness joy pleasure relief satisfaction

STRONG

ignorance negligence

WEAK

contentedness

Example Sentences

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Earlier in 2025, it was forced to issue several apologies for "serious flaws" in the making of another documentary entitled "Gaza: How To Survive A Warzone", broadcast last February.

From Barron's • May 18, 2026

He was struggling to get the BBC Sport website form to work - apologies for that.

From BBC • Apr. 28, 2026

Not a bad batting average, but with apologies to Mickey, no exceptions are allowed when it comes to rodent infestation and food.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 28, 2026

In 2016, the late Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg issued two apologies.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 15, 2026

“My apologies, Herr Beck. I can get you across first thing tomorrow morning.”

From "Salt to the Sea" by Ruta Sepetys

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