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Grudge

/ɡrˈʌdʒ/
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(noun) Deep-seated and/or long-term animosity or ill will about something or someone, especially due to perceived mistreatment.

It's not serious, I don't bear him a grudge.
I bear no grudge against you.
CEFR Practice Quiz
It is much healthier to forgive someone for their past mistakes rather than holding a bitter ____ for many years.

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