Please forgive my lapse in judgment.

Meaning

Asking for forgiveness for a poor decision.

Examples

• John: 'Your decision was questionable.'
• Alice: '<b>Please forgive my lapse in judgment.</b> I acted hastily without considering all the factors.'
• John: '<b>Please forgive my lapse in judgment.</b> I'll learn from this mistake.'
• Alice: 'That was a very poor choice.'