regret

Example Sentences

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"We express regret to the North over the unnecessary military tensions caused by the irresponsible and reckless actions of some individuals."

From Barron's • Apr. 6, 2026

This ancient Greek and Roman school of thought, which argues that a shift in perspective can turn regret and fear into a state of calm acceptance, is what Semple calls “salvation through reason.”

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 30, 2026

The bass genius Thundercat has, to his regret, been spending way too much time absorbing bad news on his phone.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 30, 2026

If it was, it was one they must now regret accepting.

From BBC • Mar. 29, 2026

That was the worst forty-five minutes of our lives, sitting in silence and regret.

From "The Science of Breakable Things" by Tae Keller