vindictive

Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

In addition to arguing Halligan was unlawfully appointed, both also claimed to be victims of vindictive prosecution.

From BBC

I hope our republic can survive - all because of a vindictive and petty, hypocritical step by a 'smallish' prosecutor in New York.

From BBC

“It’s retaliatory. It is vindictive and frivolous,” he said.

From Los Angeles Times

In an interview Friday, Sutcliffe said of the lawsuit, “It’s malicious. It’s retaliatory. It is vindictive and frivolous. Their motion is filled with lies.”

From Los Angeles Times

Baker’s argument that the federal government’s decision to prosecute him was vindictive fell short, the appeals panel said.

From Seattle Times