Please
Spite
Spite verb - To disturb the peace of mind of (someone) especially by repeated disagreeable acts.
Usage example: sometimes, I swear, she keeps doing that just to spite me
Common collocations
Both words in one sentence
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Additionally, Cinders admits close to the beginning of the game that she actually feels sorry for Gloria because Carmosa's treatment of her is not much different from her treatment of Sophia or Cinders in spite of Gloria doing her best to please her.
Source: Visual Novel / Cinders -
I could be happy, with you by my side If I could forget her, but it's my pride Yes it is, yes it is Colour Motif: "Yes It Is" Please don't wear red tonight Cause red is the colour that will make me blue In spite of you Cover Version: "Long Tall Sally", a Little Richard cover.
Source: Music / Past Masters
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