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sorry for not being in touch vs sorry for not being in touch for

Both phrases are correct, but they are used in different contexts. 'Sorry for not being in touch' is a complete and concise phrase that expresses regret for not communicating. 'Sorry for not being in touch for' is correct as well, but it needs extra details—like a particular time frame or explanation—to finish the sentence.
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sorry for not being in touch

This phrase is correct and commonly used to express regret for not communicating.

This phrase is a complete and concise way to apologize for not staying in contact with someone.

Examples:

  • Sorry for not being in touch lately.
  • I wanted to say sorry for not being in touch more often.
  • She sent a message saying sorry for not being in touch.
  • He apologized for not being in touch during his busy schedule.
  • They expressed their regret for not being in touch with their friends.
  • Mar 12, 2024 ... Sorry for not being in touch. I am writing a new book so have been busy… I will tell you more about it later this year. I am very excited ...
  • Nov 6, 2021 ... She didn't say sorry for not being in touch, or sorry for not replying to your last message (I messaged her two years ago to ask about ...
  • i'm sorry for not being in touch like i should have. but i will always love you. grandpa and granny and uncle ronnie and harold will take care of you now ...
  • Aug 4, 2015 ... Apologies. I am so sorry for not being in touch with you recently. It's been frustrating to be away from writing emails and blog posts more ...
  • Feb 12, 2023 ... Sorry for not being in touch for a long time, that's true, it seems the problem has gone away with the update... - 13573486.
  • May 22, 2024 ... Condolences. Jim Kimmett from Prosperity South Carolina, wrote on Jun. 3, 2024. Dear Jeannie, I am so sorry for not being in touch for so long ...
  • Jun 13, 2024 ... Hello Babe, I am so sorry for not being in touch for a minute, and they say that time helps the grieving. Wrong as far as I know because ...
  • Mar 23, 2019 ... I would always say, 'I was sorry, sorry for not being there, sorry for letting time drive a gap between us, sorry for not being in touch ...
  • Dear Stephanie & Todd,. Jimmy. Hi! We are really sorry for not being in touch sooner. We really should have written when Joey arrived last spring, ...
  • Hi Gibeon and everyone … I'm so sorry for not being in touch earlier, it's not that I have forgotten you all… quite the opposite, you are.

sorry for not being in touch for

This phrase is correct but requires additional information to complete the sentence, such as a specific time period or reason.

This phrase is used when you want to specify a particular time frame or reason for not being in touch.
  • Feb 12, 2023 ... Sorry for not being in touch for a long time, that's true, it seems the problem has gone away with the update... - 13573486.
  • Jun 13, 2024 ... Hello Babe, I am so sorry for not being in touch for a minute, and they say that time helps the grieving. Wrong as far as I know because ...
  • May 22, 2024 ... Condolences. Jim Kimmett from Prosperity South Carolina, wrote on Jun. 3, 2024. Dear Jeannie, I am so sorry for not being in touch for so long ...
  • Nov 30, 2020 ... Sorry for not being in touch for a while. Well, actually, quite a while. I arrived back in Canada on March 16th, cutting short the Spring ...
  • Jan 16, 2008 ... I apologise for my long silence (literal) /I am sorry for not being in touch (for so long). It depends on how formal you want to be and what ...
  • Sep 14, 2022 ... Jane Davies. Stacey Hulse thanks hun , sorry for not being in touch for a long time...been trying to figure out my life and where I'm going ...
  • Aug 29, 2024 ... Foy Wayne, so sorry for not being in touch for so long. Thank you for being my friend and helping me with family history. Barbara, David ...
  • metallic Kenwood). Reply. Lola Mansurov. November 12, 2010 at 11:30 am. LoL, oh how I missed you Stella! Sorry for not being in touch for such a long time! I ...
  • Dec 12, 2009 ... Sorry for not being in touch for awhile- this time of year is always jammed with too many things to do. Steve, I'd love to have the car ...

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