What is a word that means the same thing as "sorry", except without the meaning of apology. The image above illustrates what I mean.
Edit: Although the answers below are fine, I would like it to function in a sentence similar to "sorry". Indeed, it would be best if it could be directly substituted for the word "sorry" in a sentence. (Especially good if it's a single word.)
Best Answer
That's too bad, or, shortened to too bad.
The idea is that the situation is bad, but no blame for it is implied:
It can be used ironically, but if said with a sympathetic tone, its meaning is clear.