send one's apologies
Express regretful absence
To send one's apologies is to convey regret for being unable to attend an event or fulfill an obligation, typically through a message delivered by someone else: She sent her apologies—something came up at work.
The phrase is formal and often appears in meeting contexts: Three board members sent their apologies.
It implies prior commitment and genuine regret, distinguishing it from a simple decline.
- mannerlyHaving good social conduct
- remorsefulFeeling guilt for wrongdoing
- letterWritten symbol or message
- RSVPRequest for reply
- rain checkPromise to reschedule
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send one's apologiesattend
Be present at
show up · be present · make an appearance · turn up · come
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