The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 13 letter word UNFORTUNATELY
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What does UNFORTUNATELY mean?
UNFORTUNATELY adverb- Happening through bad luck, or because of some unfortunate event.
- Used (as a parenthetical word) to express disappointment, compassion, sorrow, regret or grief.