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grudgingly

[gruhj-ing-lee] / ˈgrʌdʒ ɪŋ li /




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That could mean the biggest AI stocks won’t be afforded the luxury of patience that investors have grudgingly provided.

From Barron's • Jan. 29, 2026

Ms. King grudgingly allowed production to proceed but swore “that she would never attend a performance, and would not promote the show, or be involved in any fashion. Never, ever.”

From The Wall Street Journal • Oct. 16, 2025

Asked to evaluate the deal moments after the Clippers defeated the Thunder in January 2024, George grudgingly acknowledged that the pendulum had swung toward Oklahoma City.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 10, 2025

Even at the most selective schools, it’s common for only half the student body to make a purchase—a participation rate Jack O’Connor grudgingly accepted as part of the model.

From Slate • May 27, 2025

It took several more minutes of reassurance by Mrs. Frisby before the shrew grudgingly moved aside, still muttering warnings.

From "Mrs. Frisby and the Rats of NIMH" by Robert C. O'Brien




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