Phrases

Phrases for Apologizing for Mistakes

100 phrases

My apologies.

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A short and concise apology.

I messed up.

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A casual and informal admission of a mistake.

I'm really sorry about that.

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Expressing sincere regret.

Forgive me.

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Asking for forgiveness.

I deeply regret my mistake.

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Expressing strong remorse.

That was my fault.

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Taking responsibility for the mistake.

I should have...

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Expressing regret for not doing something.

I didn't mean to...

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Explaining the unintentional nature of the mistake.

It was an oversight on my part.

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Acknowledging a mistake due to carelessness.

I'm sorry for the trouble.

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Apologizing for any inconvenience caused.

I'll make sure it doesn't happen again.

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Assuring that the mistake won't be repeated.

I regret what happened.

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Expressing regret for an event.

I feel terrible about this.

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Expressing strong feelings of remorse.

I owe you an apology.

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Acknowledging a debt of apology.

I'm to blame.

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Taking responsibility.

It's all my fault.

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Taking full responsibility.

I'm very sorry.

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A simple and sincere apology.

I understand your frustration.

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Acknowledging the other person's feelings.

I'll try to do better next time.

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A promise to improve.

I hope you can forgive me.

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Expressing a desire for forgiveness.

I really should have been more careful.

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Taking responsibility and acknowledging lack of care.

I sincerely apologize for the mistake.

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A formal expression of regret.

Please accept my apologies.

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A polite and formal way to apologize.

I'm truly sorry for the oversight.

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Expressing regret for a mistake that was overlooked.

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