unfortunately
Example Sentences
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"Regarding Sunday, unfortunately that doesn't apply with the 1am start but going forwards we are absolutely backing our pubs so people can watch and support our lads, and it's coming home hopefully."
From BBC • Jul. 2, 2026
All of it, unfortunately, has been passed down to your pocketbook in one form or another.
From Slate • Jul. 2, 2026
"I live in Florida, so this is normal for me, unfortunately," he said.
From Barron's • Jun. 30, 2026
On the spectrum of sibling conflicts over caregiving and inheritances, Ruth’s situation is extreme, but unfortunately, it’s not rare.
From MarketWatch • Jun. 30, 2026
“But this was not the first call I’ve received about my child, Dr. Cook. Now, Brianna can be argumentative, I’ll be the first to admit that. She unfortunately got it from me.”
From "On the Come Up" by Angie Thomas
Vocabulary lists containing unfortunately
Bud, Not Buddy
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