Example Sentences

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Aboveground, Clark is trapped in his own resentments, throwing temper tantrums like a toddler.

From Los Angeles Times • May 28, 2026

Looking too far into the past and too far into the future can exacerbate fears, regrets and resentments.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 9, 2026

It is alienating, and you wonder what it is, and whether it’s genuine or just a way of publicly glomming on to the perceived grievances and resentments of his supporters.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 19, 2026

Any resentments, tensions and difference in values will remain with the added pressure of fulfilling a fantasy image of happy families.

From BBC • Dec. 21, 2025

Sometimes I came upon them standing close, arms encircling waists, heads close, as if they shared secrets that transcended the hurt and resentments, the name-calling and deceit.

From "When I Was Puerto Rican" by Esmeralda Santiago