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regretful

[ri-gret-fuhl] / rɪˈgrɛt fəl /


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I do, however, think it’s worth considering that “The Drama” could be read as a regretful analysis of one’s worst mistakes.

From Salon • Apr. 3, 2026

It’s an idiosyncratic decision, no doubt also affected by the galleries’ footprint, but a regretful one.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 17, 2026

Defence counsel David Moggach told Lord Scott that Majewicz was "hugely and deeply regretful" of his actions.

From BBC • Apr. 22, 2025

But I think some of the industry’s leaders, who tend to be dyed-in-the-wool believers in an open internet, will be regretful about the circumstances that led to it.

From Slate • Jan. 10, 2025

I was feeling a little regretful that I had been so angry with Danny Saunders.

From "The Chosen" by Chaim Potok




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