Phrases Phrases for Handling Conflicts or Disagreements

I'm sorry, I didn't mean to offend you.

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Meaning

Apologizing for causing offense.

Example sentences

John: I didn't like what you said.

Alice: I'm sorry, I didn't mean to offend you.

John: Okay. Just be more careful next time.

Alice: I understand. Again, I'm sorry, I didn't mean to offend you.