resentful

Example Sentences

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Beyond that, the main point of similarity between Bessette and Diana is that the paparazzi hounded both – Diana to death, and Bessette to resentful exhaustion.

From Salon • Feb. 12, 2026

I find that I am increasingly resentful that he refuses to help me any more financially.

From MarketWatch • Dec. 5, 2025

Mr. Eyman draws a picture of “an increasingly resentful child . . . dragged through a succession of cow towns and surrogate fathers.”

From The Wall Street Journal • Nov. 21, 2025

She is resentful of Blundy, thwarted in her career, simmering with resentment.

From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 19, 2025

Sometimes I try to help them with whatever they’re doing, but they turn away, or push me away, resentful that I’ve even offered.

From "Challenger Deep" by Neal Shusterman