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I have a regret vs I have regret

Both phrases are correct, but they are used in different contexts. 'I have a regret' is used when referring to a specific regret or a single instance of regret. 'I have regret' is used when talking about regret in a more general sense without specifying a particular regret.

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I have a regret

This phrase is correct and commonly used when referring to a specific regret or a single instance of regret.

This phrase is used when you want to talk about a particular regret that you have. It implies that you are focusing on one specific regret.

Examples:

I have a regret about not studying harder for my exams.
She has a regret about not spending more time with her family.
Do you have a regret about not taking that job offer?
He has a regret about not traveling more when he was younger.
Having a regret about not pursuing your passion is common.

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And for all those mistakes I have a very deep regret.
I have had a lot of regrets in my life, but my feelings have been real.
I do have a number of regrets, however, especially regarding the appropriate remuneration to be paid to patent holders.
I'm on a regret and I'm finishing it.
Anyway, I'm back on a regret.
A comment and a regret, however.
I regret I have insufficient power.
I regret that I have to interrupt you, Mr Landsbergis.
Just... please, what happened to Fiona, it is still very much a regret.
Today, this session is not going to be about a regret.
The second point is a regret, Mr President, Commissioner, that our recommendations on methodology have not been followed.
(sighs) THIS IS A CHANCE FOR ME TO ERASE A REGRET.
What if I try redoing a regret?
Raoh... I have no regrets.
Of course I have regrets, Senator.
Stop. I have no regrets.
Raoh... I have no regrets.
I have no idea why Dr. Tom sent me back to this regret.
I regret I haven't yet had the courage to ask your forgiveness.
I have no regrets about that.

Alternatives:

I have one regret
I have a single regret
I have a specific regret
I have a particular regret
I regret

I have regret

This phrase is correct and commonly used when talking about regret in a more general sense without specifying a particular regret.

This phrase is used when you want to express that you experience regret in general, without focusing on a specific regret. It implies a more broad feeling of regret.

Examples:

I have regret for not being more assertive in the past.
She has regret for not following her dreams.
Do you have regret for not speaking up when you had the chance?
He has regret for not saving more money earlier in life.
Having regret about missed opportunities is common.

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Of course I have regrets, Senator.
But it is money that is being spent wisely and well, and although I have regrets about the way the Council have presented their new paper, I very much hope that Parliament this morning will support this report.
Raoh... I have no regrets.
Stop. I have no regrets.
Raoh... I have no regrets.
I have no regrets about that.
I had surgery, I have never regret it.
However, I have no regrets.
But the one thing that I have no regrets about...
I have much regret and only remorse, Professor.
I have my regrets about the way it ended.
I have no regrets about what happened with Miss Burgess.
You're right. I have enough regret.
You know I have no regrets, Roger.
I've worked hard, so I have no regrets.
I am always happy to be among you and I have some regrets that it will be the last time.
I regret I have insufficient power.
I have regrets about, you know, how I broke up with you
So however this plays out I have no regrets.
- I can't say, but I have no regrets.

Alternatives:

I feel regret
I experience regret
I regret
I am filled with regret
I am full of regret

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