Old-fashioned expression of dismay (5)

I believe the answer is:

alack

(Other definitions for alack that I've seen before include "unfortunately" , "I mourn" , "Alas (archaic)" , "Sadly" , "Previously expressed regret" .)

I've seen this clue in The Guardian.

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