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resentment

[ri-zent-muhnt] / rɪˈzɛnt mənt /


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If the reader starts to feel pangs of resentment about this laundry list of expectations — well, we’re reminded that marriage is hard for a man too.

From Salon • May 8, 2026

Will she become even more involved in your life and direct even more anger and resentment toward you?

From MarketWatch • Apr. 29, 2026

But now, many teams’ uniforms lack any reference to the Millionaires, drawing resentment from local loyalists.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 22, 2026

That feeling of survival and resentment and entitlement really looms over this season.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 17, 2026

The room simmered with resentment, but no one said anything.

From "Little Fires Everywhere" by Celeste Ng




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