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were sadly
adverb
In a sad manner; sorrowfully.
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Those calls were sadly left unanswered.
Economy-class wines were, sadly, not considered.
People's reactions were sadly reflective of the status of teaching.
President Musharraf's remarks in the United States were sadly misinterpreted.
At one food court, boxes marked Pimm's and Champagne were sadly unopened.
(An invitation they were sadly unable to take up, as they were swiftly ushered out).
Has anything changed?The ensuing protest marches and condemnations were sadly familiar.
The Spaniard's incisive passes were sadly missed against defensively solid teams in the Champions League.
The scenes in Anderlecht's stadium were sadly familiar at the time.
Stands across the country were sadly left bare, while the pitches were brimming with talent.
The violins were sadly harsh and metallic, as if they were feeling undercared for.
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