Example Sentences

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Hurley has long envied NFL coaches like Kyle Shanahan, who script every single action of their offenses with absurdly long play sheets.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 3, 2026

Its comment brought into sharp focus the fact that Kenya risks losing its status as a democracy that many Tanzanians and Ugandans envied – and drew inspiration from.

From BBC • Jun. 26, 2025

Entrepreneurs envied Cummings’ import success and wanted a piece of the action.

From Slate • May 25, 2025

Are Disney adults to be envied or feared?

From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 18, 2024

I envied Maxim, careless and at ease, and the little smile on his lips which meant he was happy to be coming home.

From "Rebecca" by Daphne du Maurier