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

Tell people what you’ll do to be better, be contrite, and finally accept that it doesn’t matter what you intended.

From Slate • Nov. 30, 2021

Chris Cuomo told CNN viewers last month that he had advised his brother to be contrite.

From Seattle Times • Sep. 24, 2021

I had prepared to be contrite and sincere, not combative.

From "Hole in My Life" by Jack Gantos