regretful

Example Sentences

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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

I was, to be clear, an active if uneasy and now regretful participant in all of this.

From Slate • May 12, 2025

The Metropolitan Police have said it was regretful victims did not get the best translation.

From BBC • Mar. 5, 2025

The words are out before I can stop them, but I don’t feel particularly regretful.

From "An Ember in the Ashes" by Sabaa Tahir