apologizing

Example Sentences

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The sentiment is unobjectionable, though the act of apologizing is made infinitely easier when the sins belong to unnamed others in centuries past.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 27, 2026

The case ended with the IRS formally apologizing to Griffin and pledging to improve data security.

From MarketWatch • May 20, 2026

The former congressman has flatly and vigorously denied criminal wrongdoing while acknowledging and apologizing for unspecific “mistakes.”

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 17, 2026

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

From BBC • Mar. 12, 2026

Meine Mutter”—I pictured Cliff squirming in his seat—“always taught me that apologizing is the polite thing to do.”

From "Made You Up" by Francesca Zappia