bear a grudge
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It is a waste of energy to bear a grudge.
From Salon • Jul. 14, 2022
Like Adam, she does not bear a grudge against Amazon, but she said the company could pay more attention.
From Washington Post • Apr. 8, 2019
Mr. Dees said he did not bear a grudge against the organization he helped power for decades, but that he was saddened that his critics “would go to extreme measures” to undermine his career.
From New York Times • Mar. 25, 2019
The irony of this volte-face isn't lost on many Kiwis, but you'll find few here who still bear a grudge.
From BBC • May 23, 2018
No one seemed to bear a grudge against me for that cold eel-pie, and one or two assured me that they had enjoyed themselves immensely.
From My Friend Smith A Story of School and City Life by Reed, Talbot Baines
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