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strong hostility, opposition, or anger
- There was long-standing animosity between the two families stemming from a property dispute decades ago.
- Animosity grew between the neighboring countries after years of border skirmishes and heated rhetoric from both leaders.
- The company takeover left many feeling betrayed and stirred up animosity among longtime employees.
- Despite their animosity, they had to work together on the project.
- She couldn't hide her animosity when they were forced to collaborate.