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jealous

[jel-uhs] / ˈdʒɛl əs /


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On the March 8 episode, Oliver said he was jealous of celebrities such as Katy Perry, Snoop Dogg and Smokey Robinson who would pop up on various soaps.

From Los Angeles Times Jun. 29, 2026

Am I an imposter, a fraud, jealous or just a jerk?

From Salon Jun. 18, 2026

Woody can be bossy and controlling, jealous and vain.

From Los Angeles Times Jun. 17, 2026

Debbie said it was hard but that she never felt cheated or jealous.

From The Wall Street Journal May 23, 2026

I recognize two bikinis from my favorite shop on Oak Street and feel extremely jealous.

From "South of Somewhere" by Kalena Miller




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