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МатематикаВопрос:
Expressing regret 90 Use the phrases in the language box to express regret for the situations (1-5), as in the example. 1 You've had an argument with someone. ►A: I feel really bad about the argument we had. I'd like to apologise. B: Oh, It was nothing. Don't give it another thought! 2 You said something that offended a friend. 3 You missed your cousin's birthday party. 4 You forgot to do the shopping for your mum. 5 You didn't help your sister when she needed you.
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Краткое пояснение: Используем фразы для выражения сожаления в разных ситуациях.
- You said something that offended a friend.
- A: I'm so sorry I didn't mean to upset you.
- B: That's quite alright.
- You missed your cousin's birthday party.
- A: I feel really bad about so please accept my apologies.
- B: No problem.
- You forgot to do the shopping for your mum.
- A: I realise I was/it's wrong to... I won't do it again.
- B: Oh, it's/it was nothing. Don't give it another thought!
- You didn't help your sister when she needed you.
- A: I had no idea you were so upset about... Please forgive me!
- B: Thanks, I (really) appreciate that.
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