hold a grudge
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Newsom seemed not to hold a grudge, at least publicly.
From The Wall Street Journal • Oct. 30, 2025
As they acknowledged the negative impact of some fans’ invasive behavior, the YouTubers said they don’t hold a grudge.
From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 14, 2025
So I constantly drive that home that I do not hold a grudge against anyone.
From Salon • Jan. 10, 2024
She spent the ensuing four hours sitting in my car in the parking lot, reading — but she didn’t hold a grudge.
From Seattle Times • Nov. 10, 2023
They both could hold a grudge like it was a life work.
From "Cold Sassy Tree" by Olive Ann Burns
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