in the wrong

Frequency: 8.216.0 per million words

responsible for a mistake, argument, or offense

wrongPREPOSITION + wrong

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Examples (10)

  • Although he knew he was in the wrong, he wouldn't apologize.
  • She hated being in the wrong during an argument with her partner.
  • Do you honestly think I was in the wrong for expressing my opinion?
  • He finally realized he had been in the wrong all along and felt remorse.
  • If you fail to follow the instructions, you will be in the wrong according to the contract.
  • I would quickly admit it if I knew I were in the wrong about something.
  • The official report concluded that the driver was in the wrong for causing the accident.
  • It takes courage to admit when you're in the wrong, especially to your subordinates.
  • Always apologize sincerely if you know you are in the wrong; it shows maturity.
  • Despite his attempts to shift blame, everyone clearly saw that he was in the wrong.