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I think you're taking the words too literally. Colloquially they mean pretty much the same thing, though "I apologize" has a more formal tone.
by asdfologist 13y ago
I think you're taking the words too literally. Colloquially they mean pretty much the same thing, though "I apologize" has a more formal tone.
- scott_s 13y agoThey mean the same thing colloquially because people are uncomfortable saying the words "I'm sorry." They want the formality to separate themselves from the awkwardness and frankness of admitting an emotional state.
- cushychicken 13y ago#nitpick
- scott_s 13y agoYes. I am particular when it comes to sincerity.