as in to lament
to feel sorry or dissatisfied about
we regret any inconvenience that we may have caused you
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as in remorse
a feeling of responsibility for wrongdoing
she was consumed with regret for belittling him in public and felt much better once she had apologized
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Recent Examples of regret
Ian Simmons, Forbes, 2 Nov. 2024
Investors who bought at that price have regretted it.
—Geoff Colvin, Fortune, 2 Nov. 2024
Lexi Carson, The Hollywood Reporter, 31 Oct. 2024
Henner spoke of the experience with fondness and without regret to Burke, but detailed even more difficulties with Hough than just his erratic coaching.
—Ryan Coleman, EW.com, 30 Oct. 2024
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Verb
Over time Phillips came to regret the politics of hate.
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Stevie Nicks is sharing why her one big regret in life was not voting in a U.S. election until about six years ago.
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The families also lamented the collective damage that Williams, 26, caused to their trust in law enforcement.Nate Gartrell, The Mercury News, 12 Nov. 2024
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Speaking with SiriusXM, Gramm lamented that Foreigner’s request to have its original members perform a medley of greatest hits was ignored — instead, younger artists Kelly Clarkson and Demi Lovato, as well as friend of the group Sammy Hagar, were chosen to perform on their behalf.Devon Ivie, Vulture, 12 Nov. 2024
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In a tearful message to the court, Heredia, a husband and father to two young children, expressed remorse and asked the Lansdell family for forgiveness.Sarah Nelson, The Indianapolis Star, 14 Nov. 2024
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In an interview for a video that accompanied his clemency petition, Moore expressed remorse for the killing of Mahoney.CBS News, CBS News, 1 Nov. 2024
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During this 24-hour period, observant Jewish people fast, engage in reflection and prayer and formally repent for any sin that might have been committed during the previous Hebrew year.Jeanne Phillips, The Mercury News, 11 Oct. 2024
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Still, Wallace reflected, repented and asked forgiveness.Donald Nieman, The Conversation, 24 July 2024
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This sense of exclusion can spark feelings of guilt or frustration, especially when your friend experiences significant life moments without your immediate involvement.Mark Travers, Forbes, 21 Nov. 2024
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She’s always experienced guilt at leaving her gender non-conforming brother behind with her abusive mom, especially after being told that Orville has died.Daniel Fienberg, The Hollywood Reporter, 20 Nov. 2024
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Philadelphia Eagles icon Brandon Graham suffered what looked like a season-ending injury in the last minutes of Sunday's 37-20 win victory over the Los Angeles Rams, and fans are already mourning what may be the final moments of the defensive end's long career.Tom Rogers, Newsweek, 25 Nov. 2024
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But residents have mostly devoted efforts to cleaning up after the devastation and to mourning the dead.Emma Bubola, New York Times, 24 Nov. 2024
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The shame and fear from that policy linger on, even generations later.Josh Becker, The Mercury News, 7 Nov. 2024
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The mechanics of the plot itself don’t quite hold up under scrutiny, which is a shame when the dialogue, performances and filmmaking craft are so tightly woven, moving in perfect sync.Katie Walsh, Twin Cities, 7 Nov. 2024
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“Regret.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/regret. Accessed 30 Nov. 2024.
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