regrettable

Example Sentences

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It fully blamed ICE for this screwup, by the way, and stated unequivocally that “this regrettable error” had occurred because ICE counsel repeatedly gave DOJ lawyers false information.

From Slate • Mar. 27, 2026

The Department of Health had said earlier that the decision by the EA was "highly regrettable".

From BBC • Mar. 27, 2026

The U.S. seems on track to remain the world’s premier engine of innovation and material progress despite a succession of presidents each of whom was regrettable in his own way.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 24, 2026

It was pink and soft, with a satin edge and an oval stain caused by a regrettable interaction with Silly Putty.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 20, 2026

"It was all a regrettable mistake," Ed Plum explained to the judge.

From "The Westing Game" by Ellen Raskin