Phrases Phrases for Apologizing for Mistakes

I didn't mean to...

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Meaning

Explaining the unintentional nature of the mistake.

Examples

  • John: 'I didn't mean to offend you.'
  • Alice: '<b>I didn't mean to</b> hurt your feelings.'
  • John: '<b>I didn't mean to</b> make you angry.'
  • Alice: 'I didn't mean to be late.'
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