rather a shame

Frequency: 6.67.0 per million words

a mild expression of disappointment

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Examples (10)

  • It's rather a shame that we can't go to the concert tonight.
  • I think it's rather a shame that they cancelled the outdoor market.
  • It would be rather a shame if she missed the graduation ceremony.
  • Don't you agree it's rather a shame to waste such a beautiful day indoors?
  • He felt it was rather a shame that his hard work went completely unnoticed.
  • For such a talented team, it's rather a shame they didn't win the championship.
  • It's rather a shame that the old bookstore is closing down next month.
  • We had planned so much, so it was rather a shame the heavy rain ruined our picnic.
  • Considering all the effort, it's rather a shame the project didn't get funded.
  • She said it was rather a shame she couldn't join us for the celebratory dinner.