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as in arrogant
having or displaying feelings of scorn for what is regarded as beneath oneself
the unemployed woman was too proud to take a job as a maid
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as in smug
having too high an opinion of oneself
a proud cheerleader who thought she should be treated like royalty
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as in magnificent
large and impressive in size, grandeur, extent, or conception
the old neighborhood was known for its stately trees and proud Victorian houses
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as in triumphant
having or expressing feelings of joy or triumph
in his acceptance letter he assured his soon-to-be boss that he was proud to be joining such a fine company
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a proud nation
a proud owner
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Recent Examples of proud
At just 26 years old, there is a good chance that Doncic will be the face of the proud Los Angeles franchise for many years to come.
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Nicholas Creel, MSNBC Newsweek, 18 Apr. 2025
This is about feeling proud, grounded, and deeply in your purpose.
—Colin Bedell, Them., 18 Apr. 2025
Ars Video The Space Force accommodated 93 launches on the Eastern Range last year—sometimes on the same day—an annual record that military officials are quite proud of achieving.
—Stephen Clark, ArsTechnica, 18 Apr. 2025
Mike is a native of Latrobe, Pennsylvania, the proud home of Steelers training camp, and graduated from American University in Washington, D.C.
—Mike Defabo, New York Times, 28 Mar. 2025
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Nicholas Creel, MSNBC Newsweek, 18 Apr. 2025
This is about feeling proud, grounded, and deeply in your purpose.
—Colin Bedell, Them., 18 Apr. 2025
Ars Video The Space Force accommodated 93 launches on the Eastern Range last year—sometimes on the same day—an annual record that military officials are quite proud of achieving.
—Stephen Clark, ArsTechnica, 18 Apr. 2025
Mike is a native of Latrobe, Pennsylvania, the proud home of Steelers training camp, and graduated from American University in Washington, D.C.
—Mike Defabo, New York Times, 28 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for proud
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That doesn’t portray a hero, but rather someone so arrogant as to invent his own law and appoint himself its executioner.—
Sun Sentinel Editorial Board,
Sun Sentinel,
11 Apr. 2025
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Fed Up in Illinois Dear Fed Up: Is Edie mean, arrogant, disobedient and rude in the presence of her parents, or has she been invited to spend time with your girls separately?—
Abigail Van Buren,
Boston Herald,
5 Apr. 2025
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The washers contain a large haul of cocaine, which Mia and Charlie are tasked with delivering to the Chinatown hangout of smug young local Triad boss Tsui Fong (Jeremy Ang Jones) to square up a debt.—
David Rooney,
HollywoodReporter,
24 Apr. 2025
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Drew continues to dutifully poke holes in Brit’s victim narrative, telling the new girl that her smug attitude following Kenya’s firing is alienating.—
Ile-Ife Okantah,
Vulture,
21 Apr. 2025
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Ashford Castle – Ireland Originating from the 13th century, the magnificent Ashford Castle has a rich history, evolving from a medieval fortress to a grand luxury retreat adorned with antiques and artwork.—
Jim Dobson,
Forbes.com,
29 Apr. 2025
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Inside, 16 relatively small pistons (92 mm) fire off in a magnificent short-stroke (78.55 mm) scream at 9,000 rpm.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
28 Apr. 2025
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The morning after President Donald Trump marked his first 100 days back in the Oval Office with a triumphant rally in Michigan, his celebratory rhetoric hit the hard wall of economic reality.—
Susan Page,
USA Today,
1 May 2025
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Following her triumphant night at the Grammys, fans around the world can’t seem to get enough of Alligator Bites Never Heal.—
Hugh McIntyre,
Forbes.com,
30 Apr. 2025
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Wise minds inside the Trump administration will hopefully choose to drop a suit first introduced during by a Biden administration reflexively disdainful of big.—
John Tamny,
Forbes.com,
10 Apr. 2025
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Now, with Donald J. Trump installed in the White House, Mr. Zelensky is facing a new challenge: maintaining good relations with the country’s most critical ally and a president who has been disdainful toward him and skeptical of military aid.—
Andrew E. Kramer,
New York Times,
23 Jan. 2025
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Three Key Lessons: Pareek’s Insights into Innovation Over the course of his career, Pareek has learned many important lessons.—
William Jones,
USA Today,
26 Apr. 2025
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Big-ticket buying Washing machines are seen for sale at a home improvement store in Falls Church, Virginia, February 3, 2025, following the announcement of tariffs by US President Donald Trump on important goods from Canada and Mexico.—
Sara Salinas,
CNBC,
25 Apr. 2025
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The venue: the glorious TCL Chinese Theatre on Hollywood Boulevard.—
Jim Hemphill,
IndieWire,
25 Apr. 2025
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But Campbell spoke in such a way that Patriots fans could put aside the arm length/wingspan jabber for just a bit and embrace New England’s glorious past while daydreaming about a promising future.—
Steve Buckley,
New York Times,
25 Apr. 2025
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And if Graham somehow falls to No. 10, the Bears should be ecstatic.—
Brad Biggs,
Chicago Tribune,
22 Apr. 2025
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Naturally, fans were ecstatic to see the fan-favorite TNA Champion, with the internet immediately celebrating his WrestleMania moment.—
Nicholas Creel,
MSNBC Newsweek,
21 Apr. 2025
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“Proud.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/proud. Accessed 5 May. 2025.
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