rancor

Example Sentences

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Even when denying Tamora’s entreaties, Mr. Page’s Titus speaks in grave but reasonable tones, without a trace of rancor.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 1, 2026

Mr. Stiles writes in admiring notes that acknowledge without rancor the great man’s flaws.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 22, 2026

You have two choices after that: Mention it in a review — factually and without rancor — or contact the Airbnb Resolution Center.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 20, 2026

Now he views the world and the people around him with “much more compassion and understanding. I have no more time for rancor and bitterness — they’re like a cancer.”

From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 3, 2025

Jody peered cautiously at her to see whether any rancor toward him remained.

From "The Red Pony" by John Steinbeck