bristled
Example Sentences
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Resuming blaring K-pop music -- which the isolated North has long bristled at -- across the border has been floated by analysts as a possible response to last month's blast.
From Barron's ● Oct. 2, 2026
Shanahan, McVay’s friend/mentor/nemesis, had bristled at the fact that the 49ers were chosen as the Rams’ opponent because it took away the ability of 49ers fans to descend onto SoFi Stadium.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 11, 2026
In a tense opening set, Sabalenka bristled with frustration early on as unforced errors crept into her game while Pegula settled quickly and struck the ball cleanly.
From BBC ● Sep. 11, 2026
Mock told the Journal that Fain bristled at her questioning of expenses, which she considers part of her duty.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 13, 2026
“Don’t talk about Dorothy that way,” I bristled.
From "October Sky" by Homer Hickam
