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I apologized that vs I apologize that

Both phrases are correct, but they are used in different contexts. 'I apologized that' is used when referring to a past action of apologizing, while 'I apologize that' is used when apologizing in the present or future. It's important to match the tense of the apology with the context in which it is being used.

Last updated: March 20, 2024 • 13115 views

I apologized that

This phrase is correct when referring to a past action of apologizing.

This phrase is used to express that you have already apologized for something in the past.

Examples:

  • I apologized that I couldn't make it to your party last night.
  • Jan 9, 2014 ... ... and productive meeting between me and the mayor.” When asked what he said, Christie added: “I apologized. That's what I came here to do.” ...
  • Aug 6, 2014 ... I apologized that my passion — sports writing — involved me talking to young men who played professional baseball and I apologized that not ...
  • Jan 16, 2016 ... ... greeted by teachers who warned me of suspension because of the length of my skirt, I apologized. That same year, when I was just becoming ...
  • Jan 11, 2011 ... First I apologized that my cell phone rang and interrupted him and he lost his train of thought and then I excused myself and went out of the ...

Alternatives:

  • I apologized for that
  • I said sorry for that

I apologize that

This phrase is correct when apologizing in the present or future.

This phrase is used to express a current or future apology for something.

Examples:

  • I apologize that I can't attend the meeting tomorrow.
  • I apologize that it's not wheelchair accessible.
  • Okay, well, I apologize that you have too much self-loathing to recognize a good thing even if it, you know, slaps you in the face.
  • I apologize that I didn't turn up for your 12th birthday party after promising I would.
  • I apologize that you had been detained against your will.
  • Jewel, I apologize that this wristwatch is still in an evidence bag.
  • I apologize that I yelled at you.
  • I apologize that you didn't get yours when everybody else got theirs.
  • I apologize that my loss has come at an inopportune time for you.
  • Jewel, I apologize that this wristwatch is still in an evidence bag.
  • I apologize that you didn't get on that sinking ship.
  • I know there's been trouble with the group, and I apologize that our efforts have caused a rift between y'all.
  • I Apologize That Gershon Couldn't Help Carry Your Things.
  • I apologize that our foreign minister cannot be here to welcome you personally.

Alternatives:

  • I'm sorry that
  • I apologize for that

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