It seems to be the hardest word for Elton John (5)

I believe the answer is:

sorry

(Other definitions for sorry that I've seen before include "Word of apology" , "Feeling penitent" , "Feeling regret" , "My apologies!" , "Rueful" .)

I've seen this clue in The Irish Times.

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