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Discover LudwigThe phrase "apologize for not acting" is correct and usable in written English.
You can use it when expressing regret for failing to take action in a particular situation.
Example: "I want to sincerely apologize for not acting sooner on the feedback you provided."
Alternatives: "regret not taking action" or "sorry for my inaction."
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On Friday, Lindsey Graham said that Trump should apologize for not acting as Graham's friend McCain did, and Christie said that he would have handled the encounter differently — though he added that he didn't want to "lecture" Trump.
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Bishop Daily has apologized for not acting more forcefully.
McCormack eventually pleaded guilty to molesting five children, and George apologized for not acting sooner.
Yuji Kuroiwa, the governor of the Kanagawa Prefecture, has apologized for not acting in advance, according to the Associated Press.
Kickstarter apologized last year for not acting fast enough to pull a page asking for funding for a "seduction guide," which featured material advocating violence against women.
Cardinal George apologised for not acting sooner.
I don't apologize for not knowing".
"I apologize for not writing sooner.
I apologize for not thinking of this earlier.
Now I apologize for not getting back sooner.
We apologize for not being more clear.
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Since I tried Ludwig back in 2017, I have been constantly using it in both editing and translation. Ever since, I suggest it to my translators at ProSciEditing.

Justyna Jupowicz-Kozak
CEO of Professional Science Editing for Scientists @ prosciediting.com