apologetically
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“It wasn’t pretty in the first half, I understand,” Chesney said, a bit apologetically, when asked about Saturday’s crowd.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 13, 2026
But they couldn’t do that, one doctor said apologetically, sighing deeply.
From Salon ● May 27, 2026
Smiling apologetically, he tells us: "I'm keeping her waiting for you guys and this interview."
From BBC ● May 23, 2026
"I don't have any words", she said apologetically and with a smile.
From Barron's ● Apr. 9, 2026
He put the last bit of bread into his mouth and looked apologetically at her.
From "Messenger" by Lois Lowry
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