apologize
verb (used without object)
to offer an apology or excuse for some fault, insult, failure, or injury.
apologizing
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present participleof apologize.present participle
A verb form that is used in progressive verb constructions and may also function as a modifier or a gerund.
Example Sentences
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In a bid to unite the right before the convention, Flavio this week posted a video apologizing to Michelle, who quickly accepted the gesture of reconciliation.
From Barron's ● Jul. 25, 2026
Video of the incident showed Smith apologizing to Jackson shortly afterward, saying he was acting in character and believed the 25-year-old was a “worker,” meaning he was involved in the wrestling show.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 2, 2026
The company that built the system is apologizing in advance, in case it turns out to be wrong.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 10, 2026
Nearby, Torres kept apologizing to people who asked for his business card — he didn’t have any on him.
From Los Angeles Times ● May 28, 2026
He wrote one to his aunt, apologizing for causing her so much trouble and costing her so much money.
From "Not Nothing" by Gayle Forman
