apologize
verb (used without object)
to offer an apology or excuse for some fault, insult, failure, or injury.
apologise
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a variation of
apologize.
Example Sentences
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"I want to apologise to the people if at any point I failed," he said in a video message on social media.
From BBC ● Nov. 5, 2026
"If you demonstrate diplomatic etiquette, you automatically have a better chance of a positive outcome," he said on Monday, adding: "If this offends someone, let me say this: I want to apologise."
From Barron's ● Nov. 3, 2026
"Obviously, he is going to apologise in the dressing room, but his mindset is not right to play. You can't rely on him. He is a liability."
From BBC ● Oct. 31, 2026
"You don't need to apologise, you are not wrong," a highly liked comment written in Chinese under the football star's X statement read.
From BBC ● Oct. 29, 2026
“Oh, please—I didn’t mean you—but the whole thing,” explained Jane, hurrying after him to apologise.
From "Mary Poppins" by P. L. Travers
