rue
verb (used with object)
to feel sorrow over; repent of; regret bitterly.
will rue
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future tenseof rue.future tense
Used to express actions, events, or states that have not yet occurred but are expected to happen.
Example Sentences
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While Ireland improved in the second half, head coach Andy Farrell will rue an error-riddled opening 40 minutes which left his side chasing a slick and cohesive All Blacks unit.
From BBC ● Jul. 18, 2026
Arsenal will rue their overturned penalty against Atletico.
From BBC ● Apr. 29, 2026
If you do take his advice, and there’s an almighty tumble in the stock market, you will rue the day you ever listened to him and curse yourself for not listening to your gut.
From MarketWatch ● Oct. 12, 2025
There's this moment where she says, "The Sea Snake will rue the day we meet again."
From Salon ● Aug. 8, 2024
The Shavepate muttered something in Ghiscari, then said, “As you wish. Though we will rue your old man’s honor before this game is done, I think. What of Hizdahr’s guards?”
From "A Dance with Dragons" by George R. R. Martin
