bitterness

Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

The rest of the band joins in as Ayewa calls for the listener to look up to a world above war, bitterness, and division.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 31, 2026

The raw bitterness displayed between the rivals underscores the challenge the companies will have working together.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 7, 2026

She described forgiveness not as saying it was OK, but as releasing the "bitterness so it no longer dominates how you feel".

From BBC • Feb. 26, 2026

The Kurds have not hidden their bitterness towards Washington, under whose leadership the anti-jihadist coalition had positioned bases in Kurdish-controlled areas.

From Barron's • Feb. 20, 2026

Even after all that had happened, the bitterness and disappointment in his voice cut me to the heart.

From "The Secret History" by Donna Tartt