resentment
Example Sentences
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Michelangelo’s burning resentment of Da Vinci kept him warm at night, and his hostility toward Raphael fueled his years-long dedication to tagging up the Sistine Chapel’s ceiling.
From Salon • May 16, 2026
Giving evidence via video-link, Carlson said: "There was interaction and sometimes anger and hostility between my mother and Nancy; there was resentment seemingly bubbling up."
From BBC • Apr. 29, 2026
But now, many teams’ uniforms lack any reference to the Millionaires, drawing resentment from local loyalists.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 22, 2026
“You just can’t hold anything in because it builds resentment, and resentment is a relationship killer,” she said.
From MarketWatch • Apr. 20, 2026
A certain amount of skepticism and even resentment was felt by many of the chess players who took the time to read it.
From "Endgame" by Frank Brady
Vocabulary lists containing resentment
Touching Spirit Bear
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Carrie Fisher (1956-2016) Tribute List
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