It was a hidden grudge, so private, apparently, that no polls picked it up.

How much of our public life must play hostage to private grudges?

The accused have no lawyers, and some witnesses may be more interested in settling private grudges than in speaking the truth.

To satisfy a private grudge one of them killed her.

He knew Tan would not give the alarm; this would be a private grudge.

In some cases the war was also an excuse to settle private grudges and rivalries.

Known for his simple tastes, severe temper, and private grudges.

Often the opportunity was seized to settle private grudges and feuds.

I held a private grudge against the Colts.

They either figure this is a private grudge or they're scared of getting hurt.