Examples of “alas” in a Sentence

interjection Used to express sadness, regret, or disappointment about something.

• I wanted to catch the last bus home, but alas, I was ten minutes late and had to take a taxi instead.
• Alas, the concert was canceled due to rain.
• We searched for hours, but alas, the ring was gone.
• Alas, I could not come to your party because my train was delayed.