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Both men drove exquisitely, but Verstappen’s obvious delight and relief spoke volumes, while Norris was ruing what he realised was an opportunity missed not through any fault of his own, just by circumstances.

From BBC • May 19, 2024

Norris' took his first Formula 1 pole by 0.061 seconds but was ruing not achieving his potential in qualifying for the grand prix on Friday.

From BBC • Nov. 4, 2023

Sampdoria recorded its first win of the season on Monday by 1-0 over fellow Serie A struggler Cremonese, which was ruing an early missed penalty.

From Seattle Times • Oct. 24, 2022

The former president was ruing the way New England traders and shipowners, fearing the loss of lucrative transatlantic commerce, failed to rally to their country in the War of 1812.

From Salon • Mar. 22, 2016