lamented
Example Sentences
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He often lamented the lack of quality coming from Hollywood.
From Los Angeles Times • May 13, 2026
Despite being satisfied the correct decision was made, Rooney lamented the advantage goalkeepers get inside their own area.
From BBC • May 11, 2026
Many a sitcom, drama and news program of that era lamented the lack of congressional courage.
From Salon • May 8, 2026
Grynspan said the next UN chief "needs to take a risk" and lamented: "We have become a risk-conservative organization."
From Barron's • Apr. 23, 2026
“The poor child! The poor little one,” she lamented.
From "A Tree Grows in Brooklyn" by Betty Smith
Vocabulary lists containing lamented
Much Ado About Nothing
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Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets
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This Week In Culture: May 31–June 5, 2020
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