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
Chris Cuomo told CNN viewers last month that he had advised his brother to be contrite.
From Seattle Times • Sep. 24, 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
