regret
Example Sentences
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"I was foolish to spend time with him. I was one of many people who regret ever knowing him," he said.
From BBC • Jun. 10, 2026
“I’m gonna regret this the rest of my life if I don’t,” she said.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 7, 2026
“The comments do not reflect the Tribeca Festival’s values, and we regret the hurt and offense they have caused.”
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 7, 2026
The more questions you have, the less chance of regret later.
From MarketWatch • Jun. 5, 2026
“You will not regret that you helped your family today.”
From Each Little Bird That Sings by Deborah Wiles
Vocabulary lists containing regret
"The Great Gatsby," Chapter 1 Vocabulary
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"Mother Tongue" by Amy Tan
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