Pardon
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Pro Tip 1/2
Polite Apology
Use 'pardon me' to apologize in a polite or formal way, especially in social situations. Pardon me for interrupting your conversation.
Pro Tip 2/2
Cultural Sensitivity
'Pardon' can seem overly formal in casual settings; 'sorry' or 'excuse me' might be more common. I'm sorry, could you please pass the salt?