1.   But these days, the acts of rebellion appear more bitter.

2.   He appears bitter over how he was used the past few seasons.

3.   Ocalan appeared bitter over his treatment.

4.   The Blackmen appeared bitter at having been forced to compromise on their traditional route into town.

5.   The women appeared unusually bitter, since ethnic Russians and Chechens alike say they have gotten along well in Grozny.