contrition

Example Sentences

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When Paul pressed him again about his lack of apology, lack of contrition, and inability to even say he “misspoke,” while ribbing him about his “low impulse control” and presentation of “machismo,” Mullin didn’t waver.

From Slate • Mar. 18, 2026

The public apology only came after the Telegraph story - but we don't know what contrition had been expressed internally.

From BBC • Jan. 8, 2026

At her sentencing, Peters repeatedly insulted the judge and never showed an ounce of contrition.

From Salon • Jan. 3, 2026

Its old meaning was an act of clemency extended by a legal authority in recognition of a convicted person’s contrition and commitment to reform.

From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 15, 2025

There’s a fierce expression in his eyes, tucked behind a thick layer of contrition.

From "X: A Novel" by Ilyasah Shabazz