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Saying SorryWednesday 13 February 2002
Why is it so hard to say the word 'sorry' when you've done something wrong? Why do some people apologise when it's not their fault or there's nothing to say sorry for?

Alison Sparkes has been giving the matter some thought and wonders why those who show most contrition tend to be women.


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