apology

Example Sentences

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Treasury prints money — except with better margins and less apology.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 6, 2026

She didn’t specify what mistake she made but said her apology was a key step in continuing to build trust with this team.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 4, 2026

Travelodge initially offered the victim, who cannot be identified for legal reasons, a £30 refund, which she described as "insulting", before the company issued an apology.

From BBC • Mar. 30, 2026

Rousseau had earlier issued an apology over his English-only message, saying he was saddened that his limited French "has diverted attention from the profound grief of the families."

From Barron's • Mar. 30, 2026

He had left it folded on the dresser and laid my keys and pocket watch atop it, like an apology.

From "The City Beautiful" by Aden Polydoros