as in sadly
by bad fortune or luck
Unfortunately, you've just missed her.
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PCMAG, 9 Feb. 2025
Kanye, however, has seemed completely unfazed — and unfortunately, his bizarre antisemitic outbursts have only escalated.
—Aja Romano, Vox, 7 Feb. 2025
The outpouring is historic, but, unfortunately, so are the fires.
—Melinda Newman, Billboard, 29 Jan. 2025
The spread of illness in congregate living situations, including shelters, is unfortunately common given the close quarters and communal spaces.
—David Faris, Newsweek, 18 Jan. 2025
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“Unfortunately.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/unfortunately. Accessed 4 Mar. 2025.
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