remorsefully
Americanadverb
Example Sentences
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Today, Manuel remorsefully talks about learning through his work on “Top Model” how these real young women were forced into misleading but defining storylines.
From Salon • Feb. 20, 2026
But when asked about Goff, McVay does not miss an opportunity to remorsefully reference the clunky, impersonal way he handled the quarterback’s exit from Los Angeles.
From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 13, 2025
"I take marriage very seriously... and it seems like I don't now," she said, remorsefully.
From BBC • Nov. 14, 2021
Paul’s 2005 followup The Trinity was popular among fans but panned by critics, and he recalls his fade from global fame a little remorsefully.
From The Guardian • Sep. 5, 2016
“Are you sure she is safe?” whispered Jo, looking remorsefully at the golden head, which might have been swept away from her sight forever under the treacherous ice.
From "Little Women" by Louisa May Alcott
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