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bitterness

[bit-er-nis] / ˈbɪt ər nɪs /




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But even before the tournament begins, he cannot hide his bitterness.

From Barron's • Jun. 7, 2026

Katelijne Bekers, the CEO and co-founder of MicroHarvest, describes the cat snack Vegcat as having an umami taste without the bitterness of some plant-based proteins.

From BBC • Jun. 4, 2026

It can be a long season if the bitterness of the major league rejection of the winter lingers into the spring and summer, but Kelly does not see that in Turner.

From Los Angeles Times • May 18, 2026

But both he and Balda know how much medicine the audience can handle in their fluff before the bitterness overwhelms the sweet.

From Salon • May 17, 2026

“You still think my own government will abandon me,” said Spurge with a little bitterness.

From "The Assassination of Brangwain Spurge" by M.T. Anderson and Eugene Yelchin




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