bask in the glory
idiom
: 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 Hungarian midfielder had looked set to bask in the glory of being Liverpool’s match-winner against old foes Manchester City at Anfield.
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James Pearce, New York Times, 9 Feb. 2026
Order, wrap, and bask in the glory of a perfect gear gift.
—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
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James Pearce, New York Times, 9 Feb. 2026
Order, wrap, and bask in the glory of a perfect gear gift.
—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
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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 20 Feb. 2026.
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