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unfortunately
adverb
Happening through bad luck, or because of some unfortunate event.
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/ʌnˈfɔːtjʊnətli/ /ʌnˈfɔɹt͡ʃənɪtli/
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adverb
Happening through bad luck, or because of some unfortunate event.
Used (as a parenthetical word) to express disappointment, compassion, sorrow, regret or grief.
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