bitter
Example Sentences
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It's been a bitter 10-week showdown, which revealed just how angry Prince Harry still is with the press.
From BBC • Mar. 31, 2026
While potassium salt has a similar flavor, it can develop a slightly bitter taste when heated.
From Science Daily • Mar. 31, 2026
It has been a bitter issue between India and several Western nations with large Sikh populations.
From Barron's • Mar. 24, 2026
“This will be a bitter pill to swallow,” SGH Macro’s Duy said.
From MarketWatch • Mar. 23, 2026
A bitter Jackson set off for the White House, believing that the vicious attacks on his wife had caused her death and vowing revenge on his political opponents.
From "In the Shadow of Liberty" by Kenneth C. Davis
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