be envious

Example Sentences

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Most players on the WTA Tour would be envious of Swiatek's record this season.

From BBC • May 20, 2025

As the likes accrue, it’s hard not to be envious, or at least intrigued, by influencers splayed atop a lollipop swing on TikTok.

From Slate • Nov. 30, 2024

“You’ve got to be envious how he approaches every situation,” Spieth said.

From Seattle Times • Jan. 6, 2023

The powerful metaphor for the struggle to communicate enriches the classic text and reveals wells of emotion and resonance of which the very best stagings would be envious.

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 30, 2021

It was just like Vonetta to be envious of someone else being in the spodight.

From "One Crazy Summer" by Rita Williams-Garcia