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

Not that Burns is expecting Jones to be contrite.

From Seattle Times • Nov. 10, 2021

I said sulkily, unwilling yet to be contrite.

From The New Yorker • Feb. 25, 2019

I had prepared to be contrite and sincere, not combative.

From "Hole in My Life" by Jack Gantos