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apologise

/əˈpɒləˌdʒaɪz/

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verb

Sich entschuldigen

(often followed by “for”) To make an apology or excuse; to acknowledge some fault or offense, with expression of regret for it, by way of amends

Examples :

"My correspondent apologized for not answering my letter."

Mein Korrespondent entschuldigte sich dafür, dass er meinen Brief nicht beantwortet hatte.

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verb

Sich entschuldigen

To express regret that a certain event has occurred.

Examples :

"I need to apologise for being late to our meeting. "

Ich muss mich dafür entschuldigen, dass ich zu unserem Treffen zu spät gekommen bin.

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verb

Sich entschuldigen

To make an apologia or defense; to act as apologist.

Examples :

"The politician had to apologise for his previous controversial statements, attempting to explain and defend his position to the public. "

Der Politiker musste sich für seine früheren kontroversen Aussagen entschuldigen und versuchte, seine Position der Öffentlichkeit zu erklären und zu verteidigen.

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