| Idx | 1046 |
|---|---|
| Keyword | excuse |
| Sub Entry Number | 1 |
| Type of Sentence | ✗ |
| Error Sentence | Excuse me. I didn't mean to hurt you. |
| Correct Sentence | I'm sorry. I didn't mean to hurt you. |
| Cloze Error Sentence | [[Excuse me]]. I didn't mean to hurt you. |
| Cloze Sentence | [[I'm sorry]]. I didn't mean to hurt you. |
| Cloze Answer | I'm sorry |
| Choices | Excuse me | I'm sorry |
| Explanation | Use excuse me (1) when you interrupt someone (2) when you are trying to get past someone (3) when you speak to someone you don't know: 'Excuse me but there's a long distance phone call for you.' 'Excuse me. Do you happen to know the way to the station?' To apologize to someone, use I'm sorry (or just sorry ): 'I'm terribly sorry. I forgot we'd arranged a meeting.' |
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