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apologise

/əˈpɒləˌdʒaɪz/

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verb

S'excuser

(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."

Mon correspondant s'est excusé de ne pas avoir répondu à ma lettre.

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verb

S'excuser

To express regret that a certain event has occurred.

Examples :

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

Je dois m'excuser d'être arrivé en retard à notre réunion.

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verb

S'excuser

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. "

L'homme politique a dû s'excuser pour ses précédentes déclarations controversées, en tentant d'expliquer et de défendre sa position auprès du public.

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