regrettably

Example Sentences

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“While we did not want to end a partnership that has spanned 45 years, we have regrettably determined that the termination of our agreement is the only path forward,” Sesame Workshop said.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 12, 2026

In response, Lamola said: "We reiterate that broad-based black economic empowerment is not reverse racism as regrettably insinuated by the ambassador."

From Barron's • Mar. 11, 2026

We believe that this is the labor secretary’s first appearance in the Surge, and, regrettably, it’s not to commend her on great achievements in the field of labor.

From Slate • Feb. 21, 2026

"The Education Authority has therefore regrettably been required to identify a series of significant savings measures."

From BBC • Nov. 5, 2025

I can’t excuse it, regrettably, but I insist on trying to explain it.

From "Franny and Zooey" by J. D. Salinger