resentful
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Michael Winstanley told BBC Radio Manchester many in the Greater Manchester constituency were "resentful" about the by-election and felt like "political pawns".
From BBC • Jun. 2, 2026
Even when I was resentful of being like, “I’m booked, and I can’t do this other thing that I want to do,” the show was so grounding.
From Los Angeles Times • May 11, 2026
I am resentful that his children were no-shows for his heart surgery, yet they are vultures about his assets.
From MarketWatch • Jan. 22, 2026
At the same time, the results of the study also suggest that coalition building is possible, even among the racially resentful.
From Salon • Jan. 19, 2026
She’s become too possessive and resentful of my work.
From "Flowers for Algernon" by Daniel Keyes
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