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Who popularized the term ambivalent, referring to feeling both love and hate for the same person?

ambivalent

[am-biv-uh-luhnt] / æmˈbɪv ə lənt /


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Still, the comments move forward a previous more ambivalent approach to the question.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 15, 2026

At the same time, he is ambivalent about the efficacy of outright bans on school devices.

From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 14, 2026

But he's slightly ambivalent on what a mayor would mean for Glasgow, insisting it all really depends on who the person is.

From BBC ● Jul. 31, 2026

Most residents told AFP they were ambivalent about the plan, but most also believe the tigers will remain in an enclosure.

From Barron's ● Jul. 8, 2026

With an ambivalent shrug that makes me want to vomit, Mom turns back to us.

From "South of Somewhere" by Kalena Miller


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