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More’s the pity

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Emotional WeightPlay
Conveys a sense of genuine or deep regret about a situation or missed opportunity. SlideShe could have been a great artist, more’s the pity.
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Not CasualPlay
Has a heavier tone than 'unfortunately' and is used for more significant regret. SlideHe's leaving the country for good, more’s the pity.
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Literary FlairPlay
May add a touch of formality or an old-fashioned feel to your speech or writing. SlideThis bookstore will close soon, more’s the pity.