Oops
Sorry and oops are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Sorry" instead a interjection "Oops".
Sorry
Sorry adjective - Arousing or deserving of one's loathing and disgust.
Oops and sorry are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Oops" instead a interjection "Sorry".
Both words in one sentence
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Complete with an "oops, sorry sir" style fragging of Darth Maleval when he acts a little overzealous.
Source: Comic Book / Legacy - You know, those turtle-like creatures from Japanese mythology... oops, sorry, we meant humanoids made out of coral with pearls for eyes.
- Election Day (Tuesday after the first Monday in November): The day when everybody votes for the newest bunch of crooks... oops, sorry, their new leaders.
Source: Useful Notes / American Holidays
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