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apologize

[uh-pol-uh-jahyz] / əˈpɒl əˌdʒaɪz /


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Does Musk have the character to admit what he doesn’t know, to change his mind, or to admit he was wrong and apologize?

From MarketWatch • Jun. 4, 2026

Earlier in the conversation, Bell told Danson that he wanted to give him his flowers for knowing how to apologize in public.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 4, 2026

A market betting on whether Rana would apologize for making his allegations had a 3% likelihood and a volume of $242,921 the same day.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 9, 2026

“We sincerely apologize for the impact these price revisions may have on our customers and other stakeholders, and we deeply appreciate your understanding,” Nintendo said in the news release.

From Barron's • May 8, 2026

“I apologize for not coming these past few nights. I had a dreadful bout of nausea and couldn’t leave my den. I hope I didn’t cause you to worry.”

From "Healer of the Water Monster" by Brian Young




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