regretting

Example Sentences

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"None of this is beer-proof let alone waterproof," says Prof Damian Bailey, with only the briefest flicker of somebody regretting their life choices.

From BBC • Jun. 22, 2026

As in the less conclusive first season, it feels engineered to deliver the characters to happy, or relatively happy, endings, and to send viewers out not regretting their investment of time.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 16, 2026

While West Ham are celebrating their place in the FA Cup quarter-finals, Ouattara will be regretting his costly decision to try a Panenka in Monday night's tense penalty shootout after a 2-2 draw.

From BBC • Mar. 9, 2026

In the long term, though, you may end up regretting the purchase.

From MarketWatch • Dec. 31, 2025

“I didn’t want to upset you,” I say softly, already regretting bringing this up.

From "The Girl on the Train" by Paula Hawkins