show envy
Frequency: 6.05.0 per million words
to make one's feeling of envy visible to others
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Examples (10)
- He tries not to show envy, but his expression betrays him.
- When she won the award, her rival couldn't help but show envy.
- Are you showing envy just because he got a promotion?
- He was clearly showing envy as he watched his friend drive away in the new car.
- She has never shown envy towards her sister's success.
- Showing envy will only make you look petty and insecure.
- It's better to be happy for others than to show envy.
- You shouldn't show envy so openly; it's not a good look.
- Despite his calm demeanor, a slight frown was the only sign that showed his envy.
- The report noted that some employees began to show envy towards those who received bonuses.