100 Examples of sentences containing the common noun "regret"

Definition

Regret (noun) refers to a feeling of sadness, disappointment, or remorse about something that has happened or been done, particularly when one wishes that things had been different. It can also signify a sense of guilt or sorrow for past actions or decisions.

Synonyms

• Remorse
• Sorrow
• Regretfulness
• Contrition
• Guilt
• Repentance
• Grief
• Lamentation
• Discontent

Antonyms

• Satisfaction
• Contentment
• Happiness
• Joy
• Pride

Examples

1. I regret not studying harder for the exam.
2. She regrets saying those hurtful words.
3. They regret missing the opportunity to travel.
4. He regrets not calling his parents more often.
5. I regret the decisions I made in my youth.
6. She regrets choosing that career path.
7. He regrets the money he wasted on unnecessary things.
8. They regret breaking up after so many years together.
9. I regret not investing in that company when I had the chance.
10. She regrets not taking better care of her health.
11. He regrets not going to college.
12. I regret the way I handled that situation.
13. They regret not spending more time with family.
14. She regrets not learning a second language.
15. He regrets the missed deadline.
16. I regret leaving the party early.
17. She regrets her impulsive decision.
18. He regrets not telling her how he felt.
19. They regret their lack of preparation.
20. I regret the harsh words I spoke.
21. She regrets not traveling more when she had the chance.
22. He regrets the way he treated his friends.
23. I regret not pursuing my hobbies.
24. She regrets her lack of savings.
25. He regrets not being more adventurous.
26. They regret their past mistakes.
27. I regret the time I wasted on unimportant tasks.
28. She regrets not being more assertive.
29. He regrets not asking for help sooner.
30. I regret the lost friendships.
31. She regrets the choices she made in her relationships.
32. He regrets not keeping in touch with his old friends.
33. They regret the way they responded to criticism.
34. I regret not taking that job offer.
35. She regrets the embarrassment she caused.
36. He regrets not being more proactive.
37. I regret letting fear hold me back.
38. She regrets the time spent in a toxic environment.
39. He regrets not learning how to cook.
40. They regret not attending that important event.
41. I regret the arguments I had with my siblings.
42. She regrets not being more patient.
43. He regrets how he managed his finances.
44. I regret not taking better care of my belongings.
45. She regrets not pursuing her dreams.
46. He regrets the influence of negative people in his life.
47. They regret not being more involved in community service.
48. I regret the lack of clarity in my communication.
49. She regrets the missed chances in her career.
50. He regrets not traveling abroad when he had the chance.
51. I regret the things I didn’t say.
52. She regrets her hurried decisions.
53. He regrets the time spent on social media.
54. I regret not finishing that book.
55. She regrets the risks she didn't take.
56. He regrets the friendships that fell apart.
57. They regret their lack of foresight.
58. I regret not enjoying the moment more.
59. She regrets not being a better friend.
60. He regrets the lack of compassion he showed.
61. I regret the chances I let slip away.
62. She regrets how she reacted in that moment.
63. He regrets his failure to follow his passions.
64. They regret not appreciating what they had.
65. I regret the time wasted in unfulfilling jobs.
66. She regrets not being more courageous.
67. He regrets the way he managed his time.
68. I regret not learning from my mistakes sooner.
69. She regrets the things she took for granted.
70. He regrets not standing up for himself.
71. They regret the lost opportunities for growth.
72. I regret not reaching out for support.
73. She regrets the way she ended that friendship.
74. He regrets not being more open-minded.
75. I regret how I spent my last vacation.
76. She regrets the choices she made out of fear.
77. He regrets not valuing his time more.
78. They regret the impact of their actions.
79. I regret not taking risks when I had the chance.
80. She regrets her inability to forgive.
81. He regrets the influence of peer pressure.
82. I regret not being more connected with my roots.
83. She regrets her past judgments of others.
84. He regrets the time spent in unproductive arguments.
85. They regret the missed connections.
86. I regret not expressing my feelings sooner.
87. She regrets the lack of balance in her life.
88. He regrets how he spent his youth.
89. I regret the way I neglected my health.
90. She regrets not visiting her grandparents more often.
91. He regrets the way he viewed success.
92. They regret the missed chance to make a difference.
93. I regret not having more fun while I could.
94. She regrets her past relationships.
95. He regrets not taking notes during lectures.
96. I regret the fear that held me back.
97. She regrets the time she didn’t spend with loved ones.
98. He regrets the lack of passion in his career.
99. They regret how they prioritized their time.
100. I regret the memories I didn’t create.