unfortunately

Example Sentences

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There are people who find themselves trapped in organized crime and unfortunately, the rate of people getting out once they’re in is low.

From Los Angeles Times

“There are very limited options beyond antibiotics and, unfortunately, antibiotics alone will not fully resolve the infection,” the zoo said.

From Los Angeles Times

"When we came together last Sunday, and when Wales came together last Sunday, we both had a target and unfortunately that doesn't exist for either of us now," he said.

From BBC

He staggered back and his flailing arms collided with another lamp, then another, then, unfortunately, another.

From Literature

"Despite many lessons over several years, unfortunately, I am still unable to express myself adequately in French," he said in a statement.

From Barron's