alas

Example Sentences

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They show only what markets did during the period studied — so, alas, there are no perfect guarantees.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 26, 2026

In Los Angeles, alas, we were, last spring, a city of cinders.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 20, 2026

But alas, Minute Maid is saying goodbye to all that, and thanks for the memories.

From Salon • Feb. 6, 2026

Too much of it, alas, is spent recalling now dead or sadly debilitated family and friends.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 9, 2026

“Yes, well, poor Archie, alas Archie. And alas your betrayal of him,” said Isabelle, “whoever he is.”

From "Raymie Nightingale" by Kate DiCamillo