resent

Example Sentences

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Second, if she outlives him, I assume his children might resent her, since that could tie up a sizable portion of their inheritance.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 3, 2026

The churn is especially pronounced in small firms, where favoritism is hard to hide and easy to resent.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 28, 2026

But his message is crystal clear to those who openly resent his values: "You shouldn't come in my shop."

From BBC • Dec. 22, 2025

Do any Swedish people resent you for not singing in Swedish?

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 22, 2025

“And pray what might you want with him?” retorted my sister, quick to resent his being wanted at all.

From "Great Expectations" by Charles Dickens