contrite

Example Sentences

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But he had a starring role in the opening ceremony of the competition on Wednesday night, standing contrite before the assembled grinning beauty queens where he offered an apology.

From Barron's

In statements delivered in court on Tuesday, they appeared contrite and emotional when revisiting the murders.

From Los Angeles Times

AMMAN, Jordan — The message was contrite but direct.

From Los Angeles Times

In the second season, which is on right now, I'm a little more contrite.

From Salon

Former New Jersey Sen. Bob Menendez was anything but contrite after being sentenced to 11 years in prison on federal corruption charges Wednesday.

From Salon