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apologise

/əˈpɒləˌdʒaɪz/

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verb

Извиниться

(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."

Мой корреспондент извинился за то, что не ответил на мое письмо.

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verb

Извиниться

To express regret that a certain event has occurred.

Examples :

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

Мне нужно извиниться за опоздание на нашу встречу.

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verb

Извиняться

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. "

Политику пришлось извиниться за свои предыдущие спорные заявления, пытаясь объяснить и защитить свою позицию перед общественностью.

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