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apologize for vs apologize of

The correct phrase is 'apologize for.' 'Apologize for' is the standard and commonly used preposition to use after the verb 'apologize.' 'Apologize of' is not a correct construction in English.

Last updated: April 01, 2024 • 1092 views

apologize for

Correct. 'Apologize for' is the standard and commonly used preposition to use after the verb 'apologize.'

Use 'apologize for' when expressing regret or saying sorry for something you have done or failed to do.

Examples:

  • I apologize for my mistake.
  • She apologized for being late.
  • He apologized for his behavior.
  • They apologized for the inconvenience.
  • We apologize for any confusion this may have caused.
  • Don't ever apologize for being you.
  • I apologize for keeping you waiting.
  • I apologize for what I did.
  • We apologize for visiting so late.
  • I sincerely apologize for disturbing your afternoon.
  • I apologize for not calling first.
  • And again I apologize for that.
  • My associate and I apologize for arriving unannounced.
  • So I apologize for calling you a succubus.
  • Gentlemen... I apologize for disturbing your work.
  • I wanted to apologize for that.
  • Never apologize for taking care of family.
  • I won't apologize for that.
  • I apologize for that scene outside.
  • I must apologize for Professor Vollmer.
  • I apologize for being so mean.
  • I apologize for insulting you without knowing my place.
  • I only apologize for my daughter's rude behavior.
  • I apologize for undervaluing your work.
  • I apologize for disrupting your work.

Alternatives:

  • express regret for
  • say sorry for
  • make an apology for
  • offer an apology for
  • ask forgiveness for

apologize of

Incorrect. 'Apologize of' is not a correct construction in English.

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