bask in the glory
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: to enjoy the attention one is getting (because of one's success at something)
They are basking in the glory of their success.
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The Editors, Outside, 15 Dec. 2025
While Democrats bask in the glory of recent elections, House Republicans haven’t done themselves any favors with party infighting.
—Lauren Green, The Washington Examiner, 7 Dec. 2025
His music is the perfect opportunity for our audience to be able to take the time to appreciate what a symphony orchestra is all about and bask in the glory of its sound.
—Beth Wood, San Diego Union-Tribune, 1 Oct. 2025
When reflecting upon such an impressive campaign, there should be every reason for Forest fans to bask in the glory of such statistics.
—Mark Carey, New York Times, 30 June 2025
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The Editors, Outside, 15 Dec. 2025
While Democrats bask in the glory of recent elections, House Republicans haven’t done themselves any favors with party infighting.
—Lauren Green, The Washington Examiner, 7 Dec. 2025
His music is the perfect opportunity for our audience to be able to take the time to appreciate what a symphony orchestra is all about and bask in the glory of its sound.
—Beth Wood, San Diego Union-Tribune, 1 Oct. 2025
When reflecting upon such an impressive campaign, there should be every reason for Forest fans to bask in the glory of such statistics.
—Mark Carey, New York Times, 30 June 2025
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“Bask in the glory.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/bask%20in%20the%20glory. Accessed 31 Jan. 2026.
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