lament
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Teenagers left it on purpose—and understanding why they left, for whom and with what consequences turns a stale lament about kids these days into something more useful.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 9, 2026
Even though the Bobcats’ shaky defense spotted USC two unearned runs, the Trojans will surely lament stranding runners in scoring position in each of the first seven innings.
From Los Angeles Times • May 30, 2026
My hair woes started in high school, when I would scrape my curls into a bun and lament how thin my hairline looked.
From Slate • May 23, 2026
Warwickshire were left to lament their loss of line and momentum in the second and third sessions.
From BBC • Apr. 3, 2026
A queenless colony is a pitiful and melancholy community; there may be a mournful wail or lament from within.
From "The Secret Life of Bees" by Sue Monk Kidd
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