resentment
Example Sentences
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They tapped into the island’s deep, syncretic, Afro-Cuban culture, criticized harsh living conditions and gave voice to people’s resentment of daily censorship and the pain of families whose loved ones emigrated.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 29, 2026
"I am sure your actions were driven by jealousy, resentment and determination to exert control over Halyna even after your relationship had come to an end."
From BBC • May 29, 2026
Ultimately, resentment and misunderstanding can grow in silence.
From MarketWatch • May 29, 2026
Do you relate to your characters’ Gen-Z resentment that previous generations screwed them over?
From Los Angeles Times • May 27, 2026
And it bred within each of them at least a basic level of resentment and mistrust: You never quite knew what other folks saw you to be.
From "Becoming" by Michelle Obama
Vocabulary lists containing resentment
Touching Spirit Bear
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"The First Day of School," Vocabulary from the short story
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Carrie Fisher (1956-2016) Tribute List
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