my apology

Remorse I expressed

My apology is a phrase used to express regret or remorse for something one has said or done.

It typically introduces or accompanies an acknowledgment of wrongdoing: Please accept my apology for the delay.

The phrase can range from deeply sincere to perfunctory depending on context and delivery.

In the plural, my apologies serves a similar function but often feels slightly more formal or is used for minor inconveniences.

Related

say sorry · atonement · remorse · forgiveness · amends · make it right · redemption · justification · vindication · humility · eat humble pie · defense · absolution · accountability · confession · ruefulness · acknowledgment · admission

Opposites
accepting vs. assigning responsibility

my apologyyour fault

Blame assigned to you

sincerity/authenticity

my apologysorry not sorry

Phrase feigning then retracting regret

fauxpology

Family

apology, apologies, apologize, apologized, apologizing, apologetic, apologetically, apologist, apologists

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Known to kids · Used worldwide · Timeless · Abstract · Everyday, not technical · Rated G