Dear {Recipient},

I am writing to let you know that I am retracting the statement I made about you in {name of publication} on {date}. I didn't realize that what I falsely said could potentially be damaging to your reputation, and I deeply apologize for my lack of consideration and foresight.

I have contacted the editor of {name of publication} to inform them that I am retracting my statement and to request that they {issue an erratum/publish a follow-up piece}.

Once again, I am very sorry for the trouble I have caused you.

Sincerely,

{Your Name}

Dear [Name],

I am writing to apologize for the hurtful words I said about you, and for the damage I caused to your reputation and character. I understand that my words and actions have caused you immense pain, and I am truly sorry for that.

I regret my actions and I understand that my words were wrong and inappropriate. I take full responsibility for my actions and I apologize for any hurt and embarrassment I have caused you.

I understand that my words and actions have not only hurt you, but have also hurt your family. For that, I am deeply sorry. I can only imagine the pain and suffering that you and your family have gone through because of my words and actions.

I want to make things right and I am willing to do whatever it takes to make it up to you. I am willing to meet with you in person to apologize and to discuss how I can make amends. I am also willing to take any other steps you deem necessary to make things right.

I understand that my words and actions were wrong and I take full responsibility for them. I hope that you can find it in your heart to forgive me. I promise to never do anything like this again and I will work hard to restore your reputation and character.

Once again, I apologize for my words and actions and for the hurt and embarrassment I have caused you and your family.

Sincerely,

[Your Name]

Dear [Name],

I want to apologize for the defamatory words I spoke about you. I understand that my words were hurtful and that I should not have said them.

I was wrong to make such a statement about you and I regret doing so. I know that my words have caused you pain and I am truly sorry for that.

I understand that my words were not only hurtful to you, but also to your family and friends. I am sorry for the distress I have caused them as well.

I also want to acknowledge that I knew the statement I made was false and that it was wrong of me to spread such untruths.

I understand that words can be powerful and that they can have a lasting impact. I will strive to be more mindful of the words I choose in the future, and to be respectful and considerate of others, while always telling the truth and treating others how I would wish to be treated.

I take full responsibility for my actions and I am willing to make amends. I will do whatever it takes to make things right and to repair the damage that I have caused.

Once again, I apologize for my words and I hope that you can forgive me.

Sincerely,

[Your Name]