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April 12, 2023

7022 US adults surveyed

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Do you think it's more empathetic or more annoying when someone apologizes for things that are outside of their control?

Conducted April 12, 2023

YouGov surveyed 7022 US adults

34%
25%
27%
13%
Do you think it's more empathetic or more annoying when someone apologizes for things that are outside of their control?

Conducted April 12, 2023

YouGov surveyed 7022 US adults

By:
34%
25%
27%
13%

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