a great pity

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Used to say that something is very disappointing.

pityADJECTIVE + pity

Categories:

great

Examples (10)

  • It's a great pity that you couldn't join us for the celebration.
  • The cancellation of the concert was a great pity, as many people were looking forward to it.
  • What a great pity that such talent goes unrecognized.
  • It would be a great pity if we had to postpone the project again.
  • The loss of the historical building was a great pity for the city's heritage.
  • It's a great pity that the weather turned bad on our holiday.
  • Many considered it a great pity that the old traditions were slowly disappearing.
  • To miss such a golden opportunity would truly be a great pity.
  • Her early retirement was a great pity for the entire research team.
  • The lack of funding for art programs is a great pity for young artists.