sorry to say

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regretfullyWith feelings of sorrow
unfortunatelyExpressing bad luck
sadlyIn a sorrowful manner
bad newsUnwelcome information
afraidExperiencing dread or worry

apologize · reluctantly · unhappily · disappointing · admit · confess · painful · grim · harsh truth · bearer of bad news · lament · alas · grieved · heartbroken · deliver · difficult · tough · wince

Opposites

emotional valence of announcement

sorry to sayhappily

In a joyful manner

fortunately · thankfully · luckily

speaker attitude toward content

sorry to sayboastfully

With arrogant self-promotion

triumphantly · unapologetically · boldly · guess what

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