unfortunately
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Both leads are basically likable but unfortunately blank, Ms. Bailey especially, though they look suitably attractive when showered by sprinklers in vineyards full of luscious grapes.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 9, 2026
“But unfortunately for drivers, retail gasoline prices tend to be more ‘sticky’ on the way down,” he said.
From MarketWatch • Apr. 8, 2026
She said it was unusual to find a letter on her desk and that it had unfortunately been opened and handled by several people before reaching her.
From BBC • Apr. 2, 2026
“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
My then boyfriend stayed to make arrangements, and I ran outside to blubber beside the parked and, unfortunately, locked car.
From "Me Talk Pretty One Day" by David Sedaris
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