rue

US /ruː/
UK /ruː/
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beklagen, betreuren

bitterly regret (something one has done or allowed to happen)

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He will rue the day he crossed me.
Hij zal de dag beklagen dat hij mij tegenkwam.
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She rued her decision to quit her job.
Ze beklaagde haar beslissing om haar baan op te zeggen.
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wijnruit

a perennial evergreen shrub with bitter, strong-scented leaves, native to southern Europe, used in herbal medicine and formerly in cooking.

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The ancient Romans used rue in their cooking and medicine.
De oude Romeinen gebruikten wijnruit in hun kookkunst en medicijnen.
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The bitter taste of rue is distinctive.
De bittere smaak van wijnruit is kenmerkend.