lamenting

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He described the situation as "a real mess", lamenting that those who were once hailed as architects of democratic change had become "gravediggers".

From BBC • May 7, 2026

She called herself “kinda done with politics,” lamenting that there was “so much division” in the country.

From Slate • May 6, 2026

Kish wrote in an Instagram post lamenting about the general struggle of eating and cooking while on the show.

From Salon • Feb. 28, 2026

More than anything, he wants to enjoy the time he has left instead of lamenting over missed opportunities.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 20, 2026

“Well, what’s done is done. No use lamenting it. Let’s get some sleep,” I said, yawning.

From "Summer of the Mariposas" by Guadalupe García McCall