unfortunately

Example Sentences

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“There are very limited options beyond antibiotics and, unfortunately, antibiotics alone will not fully resolve the infection,” the zoo said.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 31, 2026

The brand warned that "the theft may lead to a shortage of KitKats appearing on shelf", acknowledging that "consumers, unfortunately, may struggle to find their favourite chocolates ahead of Easter".

From Barron's • Mar. 28, 2026

Nor, unfortunately, does it reflect Martin Luther King’s hopeful idea that history’s arc ultimately bends towards justice.

From Salon • Mar. 28, 2026

"Instead of finding one of the available wet habitats not far from there, unfortunately the male went to the sea and attempted a sea swim but didn't survive."

From BBC • Mar. 27, 2026

“But this was not the first call I’ve received about my child, Dr. Cook. Now, Brianna can be argumentative, I’ll be the first to admit that. She unfortunately got it from me.”

From "On the Come Up" by Angie Thomas