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Who deserves an apology from you, and for what?

209 answers answered between 1998 and 2026 one of 25 in The Q&A

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James Bay English singer-songwriter and guitarist
My girlfriend. I am away a lot and, as much as she understands, I’d like to say sorry for not being there.
Recorded The Guardian, The Q&A, The Guardian, 9 January 2016 source ↗
Max Whitlock English artistic gymnast
My coach, Scott Hann, for all the stress before competitions.
Recorded The Guardian, The Q&A, The Guardian, 8 October 2016 source ↗
Adam Peaty British swimmer; Olympic champion 2016 and 2021
To the people who, because of my career, I cannot spend time with. I have to be selfish, unfortunately.
Recorded The Guardian, The Q&A, The Guardian, 1 January 2022 source ↗

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