Phrases for Handling Awkward Situations

It's all right.

B1

It's acceptable; don't worry about it.

My apologies.

B1

I am sorry.

Let's forget about it.

B1

Let's ignore the awkward moment.

I didn't mean to...

B1

I didn't intend to cause offense or discomfort.

Could we change the subject?

B1

Can we discuss something else?

That's okay.

B1

It's not a problem.

No problem.

B1

It's not a problem.

It's a bit embarrassing.

B1

The situation is slightly shameful.

I'm so sorry.

B1

I express deep regret.

Oops!

B1

An exclamation of a small mistake.

Oh dear.

B1

An expression of mild concern or disappointment.

That's unfortunate.

B1

That's unlucky or regrettable.

How awkward!

B1

What an uncomfortable situation!

I'm a little embarrassed.

B1

I feel slightly ashamed.

Please excuse me.

B1

Pardon my behavior.

Can we just forget this?

B1

Let's ignore what happened.

Let's try to forget it happened.

B1

Let's try to ignore what happened.

I'm really sorry about that.

B1

I express deep regret about what happened.

I feel terrible about that.

B1

I feel very bad about what happened.

I should have...

B1

I regret that I did/didn't do something.

Things happen.

B1

Mistakes occur; it's a part of life.

Let's just move on.

B2

To change the subject to avoid further awkwardness.

I think there's been a misunderstanding.

B2

To suggest a miscommunication to soften a tense situation.

No harm done.

B2

To reassure someone that a minor mistake is not a big deal.