Example Sentences

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White House National Economic Council Director Kevin Hassett is apologizing for his sharp criticism of a research paper that contradicted the White House’s messaging around tariffs.

From Barron's • Feb. 21, 2026

Salesforce Chief Executive Marc Benioff is apologizing for comments in which he called for President Trump to send the National Guard to San Francisco.

From The Wall Street Journal • Oct. 17, 2025

Fox News anchor Bret Baier is apologizing for playing a misleadingly edited clip in an interview with Vice President Kamala Harris.

From Salon • Oct. 18, 2024

Zach Bryan is apologizing, explaining and taking blame for his Oklahoma arrest.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 24, 2024

My mom is apologizing to me or to him, it’s hard to tell.

From "All The Bright Places" by Jennifer Niven