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How to pronounce regretfully in British English

“regretfully” pronunciation by British speakers

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“regretfully” in real sentences — British speakers

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  1. Regretfully, I agree that the committee cannot do much more.

    The Scottish Parliament

  2. Regretfully, those are not the only local challenges that I will share today.

    The Scottish Parliament

  3. in those very exceptional circumstances the Scottish secretary has regretfully taken the decision to block passage

    UK Parliament

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