bitterness

Example Sentences

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We know how this game ends: in bitterness and resentment.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 16, 2026

"Let the country's interests come first, regardless of political party or ambition. Let us move forward without hatred, resentment, or bitterness to build that wonderful Venezuela."

From BBC • Mar. 4, 2026

At the time, the board envisioned a power-sharing arrangement between the two Bobs, but it ultimately fueled bitterness.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 20, 2026

But on Monday, Lecornu conceded with "a certain degree of regret and a bit of bitterness" that he had to invoke the power to push the budget through.

From Barron's • Jan. 20, 2026

No matter how hard he tried, Jonah couldn’t keep the bitterness out of his voice.

From "Found" by Margaret Peterson Haddix