be contrite
Example Sentences
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"Now is the time to be contrite," she said.
From BBC • Jun. 15, 2023
He can be contrite and thoughtful upon reflection.
From Washington Post • Apr. 20, 2023
Tell people what you’ll do to be better, be contrite, and finally accept that it doesn’t matter what you intended.
From Slate • Nov. 30, 2021
Not that Burns is expecting Jones to be contrite.
From Seattle Times • Nov. 10, 2021
I had prepared to be contrite and sincere, not combative.
From "Hole in My Life" by Jack Gantos
