hold grudges
[/hoʊld ɡrʌdʒɪz/]
verb phrase
guardar rancor
1. to maintain anger, resentment, or ill feelings toward someone for a long time, refusing to forgive or forget a past wrong
She holds grudges against anyone who betrays her trust.
Ela guarda rancor contra qualquer pessoa que trai sua confiança.
2. to persistently harbor negative feelings about something that happened in the past
He's been holding a grudge since their argument last year.
Ele tem guardado um rancor desde a discussão no ano passado.
In both American and Brazilian cultures, holding grudges is generally viewed negatively, associated with immaturity or bitterness. However, it's a common human experience. In Brazilian culture, there's often an emphasis on reconciliation and moving forward ('virar a página'), making grudge-holding seen as particularly counterproductive. The phrase is frequently used in discussions about relationships, workplace conflicts, and family dynamics.
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