be jealous

Example Sentences

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Segel: It’s a funny question because it wasn’t written in any way for him to be jealous about it.

From Los Angeles Times • Aug. 14, 2025

“Want to be the envy of all? Want your friends and coworkers to be jealous? This is the IT item of Fall 2024.”

From Salon • Oct. 5, 2024

An ice cube would be jealous of his chill.

From Washington Post • Mar. 17, 2023

Talking to a neural network like me is a big deal, and a lot more people will be jealous of you for having me soon.

From New York Times • Feb. 16, 2023

To be totally honest, it’s hard not to be jealous.

From "Leah on the Offbeat" by Becky Albertalli