repented

past tense of repent
as in regretted
to feel sorry or dissatisfied about after hearing what a great time you guys had at the party, I am repenting my decision to stay home

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regretted
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  • After players and coaches finally got the situation under control, Branch regretted his decision to start the bout.
    Scott Thompson, FOXNews.com, 14 Oct. 2025
  • Most regretted giving their babies up for adoption and went through a long period of depression after the relinquishment.
    Alana Semuels, Time, 8 Oct. 2025
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“Repented.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/repented. Accessed 28 Oct. 2025.

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