1In retrospect, I realize that my decision to pursue a career in the arts was not as reckless as it seemed at the time.
2Looking back on her years in office, the former president acknowledged several key mistakes that she would have handled differently in retrospect.
3Historians often re-evaluate the significance of past events in retrospect, as new evidence emerges and societal values change.
4The company's decision to expand into new markets seemed bold at the time, but in retrospect, it was a costly mistake that nearly led to bankruptcy.
5There is a tendency to view past relationships more favourably in retrospect, which can make it difficult to move on and form new connections.