Women Reveal The Most Outrageous ‘Apologies’ They’ve Ever Gotten From Men

These bizarre attempts at saying ‘I'm sorry’ will leave you more confused than anything.

Jesse

• Published in News
• November 6, 2024

Let’s be real: “I’m sorry” should be three of the easiest words in the English language. But somehow, some people (yes, we’re looking at you, gentlemen) have a unique knack for turning apologies into something… well, far from apologetic. 

The classic “I’m sorry you feel that way” or “I didn’t mean it like that” barely scratches the surface. When X (formerly known as Twitter) user @moh__mi sparked a viral thread asking people to “apologize like a man,” the responses came pouring in, and let’s just say - women had plenty to share. 

These so-called apologies ranged from wildly passive-aggressive comments to downright nonsensical excuses, leaving everyone both baffled and entertained. Each reply was a little more outrageous than the last, showcasing the many creative ways people try to say “sorry” without actually saying it. 

As the thread grew, it became clear that these kinds of “apologies” aren’t as rare as one might hope. Instead, they paint a familiar picture of people bending over backward to avoid genuine remorse.

A study published in Psychological Science found that men and women differ in their perception of what requires an apology. Men are often socialized to avoid showing vulnerability, which can make them more reluctant to apologize, as doing so is sometimes seen as an admission of weakness. 

1. Denial is a river in Egypt—and apparently, an apology style, too

2. Sorry… but not sorry enough to do anything about it

3. Gaslighting at its finest

4. When an apology turns into a counterattack. Dodge and deflect!

5. The “When I was a kid” defense—bonus points for creativity

6. If you ignore the problem long enough, it might just disappear… right?

7. Lost for words, but not for excuses

8. No one is, honey—it’s still not an excuse to be a douchebag

9. The classic non-apology apology

10. Just a friend? We've all heard that one before. Come up with something new

11. Blaming your emotions because taking responsibility is overrated.

12. As long as the intentions were pure, the impact doesn’t matter, right? Spoiler: it totally does.

13. This is only acceptable if it’s followed by a mouthwatering meal on his dime right after—and an actual apology.

14. A masterclass in doubling down, complete with an eye roll you can almost feel.

15. Nothing like a little self-pity and victimization to sidestep a genuine apology

16. Acknowledging feelings without addressing the cause is a talent

17. A heartfelt apology or a heated scene in a romantic drama?

18. How very noble of you, but is that supposed to be an apology?

19. The ‘I’m innocent but here’s a sorry anyway’ move. Minimal accountability, maximum confusion

20. The ultimate passive-aggressive apology that sounds more like a thinly-veiled insult

21. When in doubt, just apologize for your entire existence

In the end, this viral thread serves as a hilarious lesson on how not to apologize. Ladies, if you’ve ever received one of these” apologies,” you’re not alone! And gentlemen, take notes—sometimes, a simple, heartfelt “I’m sorry” is all anyone really needs.

Jesse