animosity

Example Sentences

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Jon Cryer and Andrew McCarthy of the so-called Brat Pack discuss their years-long animosity during a reunion at the release of McCarthy’s ‘Brats’ documentary.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 25, 2026

Most, I was surprised to learn, felt no animosity toward Mr. Cornyn, even if they said he had “been there too long.”

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 27, 2026

It wasn’t until recent weeks that people began really vocalizing their animosity.

From Slate • Feb. 27, 2026

"Some may look at this incident as being somewhat playful, but it's hard to dissociate what could very easily be construed as animosity toward the police," he said.

From BBC • Feb. 25, 2026

All my suppressed animosity came to the surface, and I decided it was time for me to leave Wilson.

From "The Freedom Writers Diary" by The Freedom Writers