Write a letter to your boss apologising for the recent meeting you missed at work. 1. Apologise for missing the meeting 2. Explain what happened 3. Say what you will do to compensate

Dear Mr Ryan, I am writing to apologize for the meeting I missed on November 02nd about automation plans for some customers. I am sincerely sorry for not being able to attend
this
meeting. I am truly aware of the importance of the meeting but, unfortunately, my absence was unavoidable. The reason for not attending
this
meeting was that I had a car accident on the way to work that day.
Although
the accident was not serious, I was taken to
hospital
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for a
check up
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and not allowed to leave until I had been given the
all clear
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from a doctor. It took almost 5 hours to get all the clearance. I understand how crucial
this
meeting was and
therefore
, I have asked one of my colleagues, Sagar Phull, to review the whole meeting with me after work today. We will go over all the necessary actions and plans as per
discussion
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in the meeting. I hope you will forgive my absence and be assured of my commitment to
this
company and its future. Yours sincerely, Salahuddin Ahmed Sabbir
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Coherence and Cohesion
Ensure that the paragraphs break down the details a bit more, perhaps adding more transition phrases to seamlessly link the sections.
Task Achievement
Consider providing more about how you plan to ensure future attendance at important meetings.
Coherence and Cohesion
The letter is well-structured, with each point clearly addressed in separate paragraphs.
Task Achievement
The tone is respectful and appropriately formal for addressing a superior.
Coherence and Cohesion
The greeting and closing are appropriately formal and courteous.

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