He 'offered no apology for' his bad behavior. [=he didn't say he was sorry for acting badly]
The company issued/delivered an official 'apology' to its customers for its error.
He's a poor/sad 'apology for' a father. [=he's a bad father]
(..) Hello, William. So how about we make a couple of ground rules? - Actually, that sounds good. No hugs. - Wouldn't want one. - No apologies. - Wouldn't accept one. No calling you "dad." - No expectations. - No BS. - Drink? Eighteen? (..)2013 TvShow: Community Title: Cooperative Escapism in Familial Relations Season: 4 Episode 5