4 Usage Examples Depicting the Meaning of 'Contrite' in a Sentence
"Demonstrating sincere remorse or deep regret; expressing genuine sorrow for wrongdoing." more
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Lisa became contrite when she realized she had hurt her sister's feelings.
Jake's contrite letter to his sister conveyed how sorry he was for borrowing her book without asking.
With a contrite demeanor, she sought reconciliation after the argument with her sibling.
Her contrite confession about the stolen cookies melted her parents' anger.
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