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
“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's human nature to be envious of people whom you know, are way more successful and have way more possessions and fame or whatever it is that you want," Luthar said.
From Salon • Jul. 23, 2021
“How can I be envious of where you are—when I’ve been there myself?”
From "Tuesdays with Morrie" by Mitch Albom
