begrudge

Example Sentences

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William Lombardy, disagreed, however: “Yes, Fischer betrayed chess and everybody. But he’s still magic, and can do a lot for the game. Bobby and Boris are finally cashing in. I don’t begrudge them that.”

From Literature

A champion of champions who would not eat frankfurters or fries from the hand of a begrudging host.

From Literature

No-one can begrudge them their victory - and the manner in which they revelled in it.

From BBC

He should not be begrudged a desire to be paid his worth.

From New York Times

“I see now that what he said was true above all. I do not begrudge Ellidyr his prize. I, too, shall seek honor. But I shall seek it where I know it will be found.”

From Literature