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"Regretfully the conditions of this resolution, which is a firm decision, make the rescuing Viva impossible," Avianca CEO Adrian Neuhauser said in the statement, adding that the conditions also but Colombia's connectivity at risk.

From Reuters • May 13, 2023

Regretfully, Max was only informed at the final corner of the request to give up position without all the necessary information being relayed.

From Seattle Times • Nov. 17, 2022

“If there is a powerful escalation from Russia, this is the worst thing that can be. Regretfully, there is such possibility,” he said.

From Washington Post • Sep. 10, 2021

Regretfully, Mead said he couldn’t hang out all weekend.

From Los Angeles Times • Aug. 26, 2017

Regretfully, he angled downward and landed on his feet.

From "Impossible Creatures" by Katherine Rundell