Sentences

envy in a sentence

n.

Definition

Envy is a feeling of discontent or resentment aroused by someone else's possessions, qualities, or luck.

Sample Sentences

  1. She felt a pang of envy as she watched her friend receive the award she had hoped for.
  2. Envy can often lead to feelings of dissatisfaction and resentment in relationships.
  3. His envy of his colleague's promotion was evident in the way he avoided him at work.
  4. The artist's use of color and form evoked a sense of envy in those who wished they had her talent.
  5. Despite her success, she struggled to overcome the envy that arose when others achieved more.
  6. She felt a twinge of envy as she watched her friend receive the award.
  7. His envy of his neighbor's new car was evident every time he saw it parked in the driveway.
  8. Envy can often lead to unhealthy competition among colleagues.
  9. Despite her achievements, she struggled with feelings of envy towards those who seemed to have it all.
  10. The green-eyed monster of envy crept in whenever she scrolled through social media.
  11. She felt a twinge of envy as she watched her friend receive praise for the project.
  12. His envy of his colleague's success motivated him to work harder on his own goals.
  13. The green-eyed monster of envy can sometimes cloud our judgment and lead to regrettable actions.
  14. Despite her achievements, she struggled to shake off the envy she felt towards those who seemed to have it all.
  15. They say envy is a natural human emotion, but itโ€™s important to manage it wisely.

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