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apologies

  • plural
    of apology.
    apology
    noun
    a written or spoken expression of one's regret, remorse, or sorrow for having insulted, failed, injured, or wronged another.

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My apologies to all those running the private health insurers.

From MarketWatch ● Oct. 21, 2026

James Bradford, operations director at Bryn Yr Haul nursing home, said the team there was "deeply saddened by this incident" and "extend our sincere apologies to everyone affected".

From BBC ● Oct. 16, 2026

"We must offer our apologies to the athletes and others affected by these inconveniences," said Mayor Ichiro Hirosawa, who is also acting chairman of the local organising committee.

From Barron's ● Sep. 30, 2026

USC suspended linebacker Desman Stephens II for one game and issued apologies after he celebrated delivering a late hit that injured Oregon quarterback Dante Moore Saturday at the Coliseum, the school announced Sunday.

From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 27, 2026

My mother who had started to mumble apologies was quiet.

From "Bless Me, Ultima" by Rudolfo Anaya