With hindsight, I should have...

Meaning

Expressing regret with the benefit of past experience.

Examples

• John: The presentation didn't go as well as I'd hoped.
• Alice: It happens. What could have been done differently?
• John: <b>With hindsight, I should have</b> practiced more.
• Alice: Yes, and <b>with hindsight, I should have</b> offered more constructive feedback beforehand.