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Mea Culpa

Description:

Mea culpa is a Latin phrase that translates to "my fault" in English. It is commonly used to express a formal acknowledgment or admission of one's own wrongdoing or guilt. In a religious context, it refers to a confession of sin or an act of penitence.

Sample sentences:

1. After realizing the mistake, she immediately said, "Mea culpa, I apologize for the confusion caused."
2. The politician's mea culpa came too late, as the damage had already been done.
3. In his mea culpa, he promised to make amends and learn from his past actions.

Usage:

In everyday conversations, the term "mea culpa" can be used in various contexts:

• Adjective: His mea culpa attitude showed his willingness to take responsibility.
• Noun: The CEO's mea culpa was expected after the company's financial scandal.
• Verb: She sincerely mea culpaed for her behavior at the party.
• Interjection: Mea culpa! I completely forgot to pick up the groceries.

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