bitter
Example Sentences
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Numbing spray dripped onto the back of my tongue, its bitter flavor making me want to gag.
From Slate • Apr. 18, 2026
Leonard played 65 games and averaged a career-best 27.9 points, however Wednesday’s loss was a bitter pill to swallow.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 16, 2026
Harry stepped back from royal duties in 2020 and later relocated to California with Meghan amid a bitter royal family rift.
From Barron's • Apr. 14, 2026
But she had learned early on to “take the bitter with the sweet,” remain positive and keep busy.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 11, 2026
When the weather turns bitter and I go to work in the snow and Helena struggles up the hill with the food bags and there’s just not money to buy enough coal.
From "The Light in Hidden Places" by Sharon Cameron
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