resentment
Example Sentences
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But we’re not putting ourselves out to the point where we’re living in resentment, because we’re not making it mean anything about ourselves, or them, or our relationship.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 15, 2026
But thanks to Reid’s indefatigable charisma, this vampire sidesteps the resentment millions hold for real-life bloodsuckers by inviting us behind the velvet curtain.
From Salon • Jun. 13, 2026
His desire to dominate the proceedings, whether by attending events or firing off Truth Social posts, might foster resentment among America's two neighbours and, ultimately, cause damage to North American relations in the longer term.
From BBC • Jun. 4, 2026
My Irish Catholic mother’s inherited resentment of Protestant English monarchs discouraged enthusiasm for William of Orange’s successors.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 1, 2026
In that moment, any deep-rooted resentment I had for being trailed my whole life by my younger brother came to the surface.
From "Americanized" by Sara Saedi
Vocabulary lists containing resentment
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