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Where you express regret for an act occurring, but don't actually apologise for it.
Named for the former Australian Prime Minister, John Howard, who said, in response to a comment he made on consecutive interest rate raises, that he said that he was 'sorry that it happened, but didn't make any mention of an apology.'
Named for the former Australian Prime Minister, John Howard, who said, in response to a comment he made on consecutive interest rate raises, that he said that he was 'sorry that it happened, but didn't make any mention of an apology.'
Person A: You'd better apologise to Charlie, man.
Person B: Nah, I'm not sorry. I'll just give him a John Howard apology.
Person B: Nah, I'm not sorry. I'll just give him a John Howard apology.
by SoulMasterKaze January 16, 2011
Sep 16 Word of the Day
(noun) A successful type of theft which results in an acceptable, impressive and rewarding payday for the protagonist.
Last night, hit a good lick. I brought home three figures easy for about two hours worth of my time. Not too bad I don't think.
by Nikki Stixx January 18, 2021