apologizing

Example Sentences

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Macedo followed with thoughtful remarks while apologizing because her giggling son kept climbing into her arms.

From Los Angeles Times • May 1, 2026

Justice Sonia Sotomayor criticized Justice Brett Kavanaugh’s seeming lack of empathy regarding an immigration case, later apologizing.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 18, 2026

But Jones said she found herself apologizing to Bruccoleri for "criticising and belittling" her while in character.

From BBC • Mar. 12, 2026

White House National Economic Council Director Kevin Hassett is apologizing for his sharp criticism of a research paper that contradicted the White House’s messaging around tariffs.

From Barron's • Feb. 21, 2026

She stopped wearing makeup, then she stopped apologizing for not wearing it.

From "Educated" by Tara Westover