Definition I’m ashamed to say/admit in British English

I’m ashamed to say/admit phrase

phrase

used for admitting something that you think people might be surprised or disappointed about

Example

I'm ashamed to admit that I've never read any of her work.

Synonyms and related words

true admittedly sure Iâm sorry I/we regret to /inform/tell you that my (humble/deepest/sincere etc) apologies

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