Sentence examples for regrettable as from inspiring English sources

Starting his son Cody at quarterback for much of his tenure was regrettable, as much for the whispers of nepotism as for Cody's 11-17 record as a starter.

If so, that would be regrettable, as is the fact that the public just doesn't know.

Some found Gilbert's behavior to be as regrettable as James's, but they understood the impulse.

The impulse to pit one orchestra against another is as regrettable as it is irresistible.

This is all the more regrettable as instability has recently spread to areas outside the north.

"As regrettable as this incident was, if it results in people talking seriously about post-gala violence, it will all have been worth it," he says.

A couple of such alterations, introduced more than a decade ago, struck Bryant as regrettable, even as he understood them philosophically.

"This case again underscores our need as a society to eradicate the bullying of our youth, as regrettable consequences such as this case are far too numerous to be anywhere near acceptable," Mr. Bianchi said.

Keeping good wine in less than optimal storage conditions is as regrettable and avoidable as leaving a convertible in the rain with the top down.

The elder Mr. Hastert, Republican of Illinois, said: "It's regrettable, but as always, Ethan enjoys my love and full support in the face of this difficult situation.

But, Andrew Ross Sorkin says in his latest DealBook column, this classic comeback story has taken a regrettable twist as troubles in the music industry have contributed to a sharp decline in Warner's shares.