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

His return of about 2,000% won him the competition but, alas, no prize money.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 18, 2026

She patted her pockets, but alas, there were no biscuits left.

From "The Unseen Guest" by Maryrose Wood