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as in to brag
to praise or express pride in one's own possessions, qualities, or accomplishments often to excess
he boasted about his latest killing in real estate so I thought he should be the one to pay for dinner
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as in treasure
an asset that brings praise or renown
the school's boast was a winning football team
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Recent Examples of boast
Rosie Conroy, Condé Nast Traveler, 31 Mar. 2026
To tackle this issue, the new design boasts two sets of compressor blades rotating in opposite directions.
—Georgina Jedikovska, Interesting Engineering, 31 Mar. 2026
Dan Walters, Mercury News, 17 Jan. 2026
Newsom’s boast about per-pupil spending exemplifies the Capitol’s focus on money in its education debates, rather than results.
—Dan Walters, Oc Register, 16 Jan. 2026
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Verb
Nearby, Corrour station boasts the title of the highest mainland station in the UK and is only accessible via a 20-mile walk or by hopping off the train.
—Rosie Conroy, Condé Nast Traveler, 31 Mar. 2026
To tackle this issue, the new design boasts two sets of compressor blades rotating in opposite directions.
—Georgina Jedikovska, Interesting Engineering, 31 Mar. 2026
Noun
Newsom’s boast about per-pupil spending exemplifies the Capitol’s focus on money in its education debates, rather than results.
—Dan Walters, Mercury News, 17 Jan. 2026
Newsom’s boast about per-pupil spending exemplifies the Capitol’s focus on money in its education debates, rather than results.
—Dan Walters, Oc Register, 16 Jan. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for boast
Verb
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Lindell bragged of spending millions to combat election fraud.—
Rachel Royster,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
28 Mar. 2026
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Dick’s friend was bragging about his kid’s academic prowess.—
Patrick Saunders,
Denver Post,
27 Mar. 2026
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In addition, motions in which the prosecution opposed mental health diversions for two defendants contained similar errors, Stuart wrote.—
Sharon Bernstein,
Sacbee.com,
1 Apr. 2026
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The Jumping Branch fire has spread to 275 acres and is only 30% contained, state officials said Tuesday.—
Mark Price,
Charlotte Observer,
1 Apr. 2026
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Iranian movies have been among the treasures of world cinema long before the Oscars deigned to take notice, of course, and also before the Islamic Revolution installed the current regime, in 1979.—
Richard Brody,
New Yorker,
27 Mar. 2026
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Sean O’Byrne of the Downtown Council wrote in a letter that the project will grow the neighborhood and tax base while driving more development along Main Street and restoring an architectural treasure.—
Chris Higgins,
Kansas City Star,
26 Mar. 2026
Noun
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The Louvre could use a win—the institution was notoriously burgled last October, losing $102 million in jewels.—
News Desk,
Artforum,
26 Mar. 2026
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Since the Coco days, and well through Lagerfeld, Chanel has been known for piling on the gems and jewels.—
Christina Holevas,
Vogue,
26 Mar. 2026
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Each of Tatum’s two early assists — a behind-the-back feed to Sam Hauser and a mid-air dish to Pritchard, both of which led to 3-pointers — was highlight-worthy, as was his pinpoint inbounds pass to a cutting Walsh that set up an and-one layup midway through the second quarter.—
Zack Cox,
Boston Herald,
29 Mar. 2026
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The highlight of the mission will likely be the few-hour period when Artemis 2 flies around the back side of the moon, at a distance as close as 5,000 miles (8,000 kilometers).—
Elizabeth Howell,
Space.com,
28 Mar. 2026
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Considered the highest honor for a career in film, the AFI Life Achievement Award recognizes talent that has advanced the cinematic arts, demonstrated longevity and been acknowledged by scholars, critics, peers and audiences alike.—
Arushi Jacob,
Variety,
31 Mar. 2026
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This refresh honors the sandwich's legacy while delivering the bold, modern flavor our fans crave.—
Gabe Hauari,
USA Today,
31 Mar. 2026
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But his trophy case is well stocked with individual accolades, too.—
Maddie Lee,
Los Angeles Times,
25 Mar. 2026
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The 18-karat gold trophy remains in the hands of FIFA.—
Julie Sharp,
CBS News,
24 Mar. 2026
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The fatherly pride was audible when Wright told me Parker had taught himself enough math from YouTube to test out of his classes and into college-level ones.—
Eric Boodman,
Vulture,
25 Mar. 2026
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But more than a few of the pandemic's gray-pride cohort have returned to a life of foils, ammonia, and root touchups.—
Valerie Monroe,
Allure,
25 Mar. 2026
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“Boast.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/boast. Accessed 1 Apr. 2026.
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