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Teacher Alyse
Use a pause before or after saying sorry. This makes the person you’re talking to listen carefully to what you are saying. Here are a few examples. Sorry, (pause) I'm afraid I have to go. Listen, (pause) sorry Amanda. I'm in a rush. Sorry, (pause) I better get going. Follow me for more Everyday English.
Saying Sorry
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Feb 7, 2026 10:46 PM
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Teacher Alyse
Language Skills
Chinese (Mandarin), English, Japanese, Korean, Other, Thai
Learning Language
Chinese (Mandarin), Japanese, Korean, Other, Thai
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