The phrase "personal grudge" refers to a deep and long-lasting resentment or dislike that someone holds against another person.
Sentences with «personal grudge»
It was clear to me then that the smear campaign was run by people with personal grudges against me. (politics.co.uk)
I felt, however, that the «whispering campaign» from those bearing personal grudges against me meant that my role in the 2010 General Election was limited (at some cost to the party) and I did not help the AV referendum campaign in any significant way. (politics.co.uk)
A standard gangster story on its surface, The Drop patiently develops some interesting ideas as it progresses, minimizing the focus on money and playing up the concept of a gangster demimonde fueled primarily by insecurity, with pointless squabbles over reputation and petty personal grudges keeping the cycle of violence flowing. (slantmagazine.com)