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apology noun

  /əˈpɑ.lə.d͡ʒi/ , /əˈpɒl.ə.d͡ʒi/
  • An expression of remorse or regret for having said or done something that harmed another: an instance of apologizing (saying that one is sorry).
 verontschuldiging, excuus
  • A formal justification, defence.
 apologie, verweer

apologize verb

  /əˈpɑləd͡ʒaɪz/ , /əˈpɒləd͡ʒaɪz/
  • (intransitive, often followed by “for”) To make an apology or excuse; to acknowledge some fault or offense, with expression of regret for it, by way of amends
 verontschuldigen
  • (intransitive, dated) To make an apologia or defense; to act as apologist.
 verontschuldigen, verantwoorden
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