to rankle
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retas, gnaga
to cause persistent irritation or resentment, typically due to a past grievance or injustice
Exempel
The unfair treatment continues to rankle him, affecting his attitude towards the company.
Den orättvisa behandlingen fortsätter att reta honom, vilket påverkar hans attityd mot företaget.
Her harsh words rankled him for days after the argument.
Hennes hårda ord retade honom i flera dagar efter dispyten.
