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Apologize To express regret for a mistake, offense or fault, and to offer an explanation and/or an apology. ■ "I'm sorry I cut in front of you at the coffee shop. I was just really thirsty."
brushed A past tense of the verb "brush," meaning to touch with a brush. ■ John brushed his teeth before leaving for work, but he forgot to brush his hair and had to apologize to his boss for looking unkempt.
Explicit A word or phrase that is too vulgar, obscene or explicit for polite society to hear. ■ "I apologize for the explicit language in my speech, but I couldn't resist using some colorful words to get my point across."
fashionably In a way that is considered stylish or fashionable. ■ "She was fashionably late for the party and had to apologize profusely when she arrived in her old jeans and t-shirt."
Humbly Adverbial modifier of a verb or noun, used to describe an action or state done with little importance, respect, or pride. ■ "I humbly apologize for my mistake."
knickers A humorous term for underwear, especially pants or briefs. Also used to refer to someone who is easily offended. ■ "I had to apologize to the knicker-wearing security guard at the mall for accidentally spilling my drink on him."
monumentally To a great extent, often in a comically exaggerated way. ■ "He accidentally put his foot in it so monumentally that he had to apologize profusely."
Obligated Feeling guilty or responsible for something, even if you didn't do it. ■ "I'm obligated to apologize to my neighbor for the noise last night, even though I was asleep."
overdue A word that is used to describe something or someone that has been delayed, belated, or tardy. ■ I have to apologize for being overdue. I got stuck in traffic and it took me longer than expected to arrive.
past A time that has already happened and is no longer relevant to the present. ■ "I apologize, but I can't help you with your homework. It's already past due."
recognizes To acknowledge or admit something, usually with a hint of embarrassment or reluctance. ■ "I recognize that I was wrong, but I'm still not going to apologize."
stepping The act of taking a small step forward to avoid awkward situations. ■ "I stepped on my boss's toe and had to quickly apologize, but he just laughed it off as a clumsy mistake."
weakest The person most easily offended. ■ "I was telling my friend a joke, but he got so offended that I had to apologize profusely. Turns out he was the weakest person in the room."
boxers A type of underwear that covers both the torso and legs, resembling a box with cutouts for the arms. ■ "I forgot to wear my boxers this morning and had to apologize to the cashier for walking around in my socks."
Bulldoze To flatten something or someone with a heavy and indiscriminate force, often with the intention of destroying it. ■ I accidentally bulldozed my neighbor's garden with my lawnmower. I'll have to apologize profusely before he ever lets me borrow his power tools again.
Employers The people who hire you and make sure you're not stealing anything from the company. ■ "I had to apologize to my employer for accidentally sending an email about our secret plans. It was a slip of the tongue, but I won't let it happen again!"
resentment A feeling of deep anger or bitterness, often directed at a person who has wronged you. ■ "I had to cancel my plans with my best friend because he didn't apologize for spilling red wine on my white shirt. I have been holding onto this resentment for months now."