Sentence examples for regret from inspiring English sources
regret
Emotional pain on account of something done or experienced in the past, with a wish that it had been different; a looking back with dissatisfaction or with longing.
"regret" is a correct and usable word in written English. You could use it when you want to express an emotion of sorrow for something that you have done or failed to do. For example, "I regret not spending more time with my family when I had the chance.".
"They were wrong no matter the circumstance and I regret them".
I now regret it completely.
"I will always treasure my opportunity to have done that with you, and I will always regret the circumstances that brought that work with you to an end".
Whatever our politics there can never be justification, surely only regret".
We regret we cannot offer refunds where we have to change tutors or venues.
Do I regret it?
It claimed our credit rating was at risk, a claim it may yet regret.
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