Phrases Phrases for Expressing Regret

With hindsight, I wish I had...

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Meaning

Expressing regret in retrospect.

Example sentences

John: 'I should have studied harder for the exam.'<br>

Alice: 'With hindsight, I wish I had spent more time preparing.'

John: 'With hindsight, I wish I had considered the long-term implications more carefully.'

Alice: 'I regret not taking that job opportunity.'<br>