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Unfortunately

/ʌnˈfɔːtʃənətli/
Used to express regret or sadness about something that has happened or cannot happen.

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Examples:

Unfortunately, I can't come to the party.We wanted sunshine but, unfortunately, it rained all day.

Etymology:

etymology
Derived from the prefix un- meaning not added to fortunate, which comes from Latin fortunatus, meaning prosperous or lucky.

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