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bitterness

[bit-er-nis] / ˈbɪt ər nɪs /




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But even before the tournament begins, he cannot hide his bitterness.

From Barron's • Jun. 7, 2026

Written by Mr. Carney and Peter McDonald, who also contributes a funny supporting turn as one of Rick’s band mates, it stumbles into a bog of bitterness, quarreling and unseemly behavior.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 28, 2026

It can be a long season if the bitterness of the major league rejection of the winter lingers into the spring and summer, but Kelly does not see that in Turner.

From Los Angeles Times • May 18, 2026

Such a cloying tone from the queen of bitterness!

From Slate • May 6, 2026

Breaking away from the sight—it made absolute bitterness blend throughout his prior reaction of awe and yearning—he said, “I’d like to test out the selection, now. Can we go downstairs?”

From "Do Androids Dream of Electric Sheep?" by Philip K. Dick




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