- present participle of apologize.
apologizing
Example Sentences
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In 2019, Newsom issued an executive order apologizing on behalf of California for the history of “violence, maltreatment and neglect” against Native Americans.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 1, 2026
Hyrox co-founder Moritz Fürste posted a statement Sunday on Instagram apologizing for “the recent events in China” and indicating that the competition has taken unspecified steps to prevent another such occurrence.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 18, 2026
When youngsters start apologizing for swearing in your presence, you’ve aged.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 8, 2026
McDaniel teased reporters when asked about Hampton’s expected usage, apologizing to fantasy owners for his inability to declare the running back the bell cow because of their other options he has to work with.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 24, 2026
His expression didn’t stop Big Ma from apologizing on my behalf.
From "P.S. Be Eleven" by Rita Williams-Garcia
