be contrite
Example Sentences
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"Now is the time to be contrite," she said.
From BBC • Jun. 15, 2023
He can be contrite and thoughtful upon reflection.
From Washington Post • Apr. 20, 2023
I said sulkily, unwilling yet to be contrite.
From The New Yorker • Feb. 25, 2019
Based on what we do know, we can assume that Pantaleo appeared to be contrite, even grief-stricken, at the death of Garner.
From Slate • Dec. 8, 2014
I had prepared to be contrite and sincere, not combative.
From "Hole in My Life" by Jack Gantos
