Mr. Tarasov called for "an explanation and an immediate apology."

The familiar Maxwell reach for a libel writ brought about an immediate public apology.

By main force Regis held himself back from immediate apology.

We demand an immediate apology or satisfaction.

The woman had been deeply offended and demanded an immediate apology from the little girl.

He owed us all an immediate apology, and I am no "right-wing nut job," as he so quickly characterized his critics on this issue.

Its lawyers are demanding senior Home Office officials issue an immediate apology and retraction.

The religious leaders made it clear that they believed an immediate apology was needed, but they remained open to future talks.

He demanded an immediate apology from the U.S. and all those responsible for the production of the movie.

He received an immediate apology, but a few weeks later the picture turned up again - this time accompanying a feature on prostitution in Paris.