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to deplore
01
to openly and strongly disapprove or condemn something
Transitive: to deplore sth
Examples
The city council deplored the rise in vandalism and called for community intervention.
The international community deplored the government's decision to restrict freedom of the press.
02
to feel deep and sincere regret or sadness about a situation, event, or outcome
Transitive: to deplore an action or situation
Examples
After the heated argument, he deplored not choosing his words more carefully.
She deplored the missed opportunity to study abroad during her college years.
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