harbored

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Hitler harbored a particular hatred for the former czarist capital.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 29, 2026

This confirms fears that Iran has harbored for weeks or months.

From Barron's • Feb. 28, 2026

After watching Mason’s interview with Madden, Rice says in the film, “I always harbored a suspicion that maybe it was a false confession, but that’s not a false confession.”

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 14, 2026

Grace had harbored ambitions of succeeding her husband but was sidelined by Mnangagwa's supporters.

From BBC • Oct. 2, 2025

He tries to put the love he has always felt for Lourdes above the resentment he has harbored all these years.

From "Enrique's Journey" by Sonia Nazario