as in to boast
to praise or express pride in one's own possessions, qualities, or accomplishments often to excess
even the noblest of fellows have been known to vaunt a bit
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Recent Examples of vaunt
Stacie Stukin, ARTnews.com, 24 Dec. 2024
But while rival European horologists vaunt the traditions of their centuries-old workshops, design duo Toledano & Chan’s new creation has a longer history altogether: It was carved from a meteorite that slammed into Earth around 1 million years ago.
—Oscar Holland, CNN, 5 Dec. 2024
Defense Minister Prabowo Subianto presented himself as heir to the immensely popular President Joko Widodo, vowing to continue the modernization agenda that’s brought rapid growth and vaunted Indonesia into the ranks of middle-income countries.
—Victoria Milko, San Diego Union-Tribune, 15 Feb. 2024
How can a political system vaunted for its checks and balances allow one person to act so freely?
—James Goldgeier, Foreign Affairs, 14 Aug. 2018
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Verb
This series reflects not only Muñoz’s personal experience working with his brother on their own vintage Toyota trucks, but also a particular style vaunted by working-class Latinos in Southern California.
—Stacie Stukin, ARTnews.com, 24 Dec. 2024
But while rival European horologists vaunt the traditions of their centuries-old workshops, design duo Toledano & Chan’s new creation has a longer history altogether: It was carved from a meteorite that slammed into Earth around 1 million years ago.
—Oscar Holland, CNN, 5 Dec. 2024
Defense Minister Prabowo Subianto presented himself as heir to the immensely popular President Joko Widodo, vowing to continue the modernization agenda that’s brought rapid growth and vaunted Indonesia into the ranks of middle-income countries.
—Victoria Milko, San Diego Union-Tribune, 15 Feb. 2024
How can a political system vaunted for its checks and balances allow one person to act so freely?
—James Goldgeier, Foreign Affairs, 14 Aug. 2018
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Verb
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The company now boasts half a billion platform visitors, though Shankar declined to confirm specific subscriber numbers, which were last recorded at 200 million in April.—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
4 May 2025
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Explore Outdoor Trails There is no shortage of trails to explore in Arlington– the county boasts 17 trails that include nearly 50 miles of paved multi-use trails for biking, running, hiking, and walking.—
Kait Hanson,
Southern Living,
3 May 2025
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Even if anyone can join Sunset Tennis Clubs, that doesn’t mean their events are entirely devoid of the old-money swagger often spotted on L.A. tennis courts.—
Lina Abascal,
Los Angeles Times,
7 May 2025
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Affleck’s choices span generations and styles, from the gritty storytelling of Slick Rick and the pioneering West Coast swagger of Eazy-E, to the prolific lyricism of Lil Wayne and the Pulitzer Prize-winning artistry of Kendrick Lamar.—
Preezy Brown,
VIBE.com,
30 Apr. 2025
Verb
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Saturday's bout isn't just about bragging rights—there's legacy at stake.—
Brian Mazique,
Forbes.com,
26 Apr. 2025
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Kate calls Joe to brag about this victory, a declaration that turns out to be premature.—
Jessica M. Goldstein,
Vulture,
24 Apr. 2025
Noun
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On October 15, 1924, André Breton published a manifesto that was as notable for its belligerence as its egotism.—
Jonathon Keats,
Forbes.com,
29 Apr. 2025
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After his death the day after Easter at age 88, Francis was hailed for pushing Catholics and others to forsake egotism and materialism in favor of a kinder, more tolerant world focused above all on the marginalized.—
Gustavo Arellano,
Los Angeles Times,
23 Apr. 2025
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Stepping away from self-importance and vanity could be challenging, so solidifying friendships and partnerships is the best way to handle the New Moon.—
Lisa Stardust,
Refinery29,
24 Apr. 2025
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People high on grandiose narcissism exhibit an inflated sense of superiority or self-importance, a lack of empathy, overconfidence, and entitlement.—
Joy Emeh,
Health,
9 Sep. 2024
Noun
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Trump prattles on about the economy while the actors freeze behind him in their ancient Galilee garb.—
Rosa Escandon,
Forbes.com,
13 Apr. 2025
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She was getting winded on our walk, and her prattle was broken up by heavy breaths.—
Joshua Cohen,
The New Yorker,
13 Oct. 2024
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The unknowing apprentice blabs about red hair and more to Cressida, who then takes the information to blackmail Penelope into paying her a huge sum.—
Dessi Gomez,
Deadline,
13 June 2024
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But things turn sour when Eloise blabs about Colin helping Pen to Cressida and another one of the ladies nearby hears it … and well, gossip is meant to be spread right?—
Maggie Fremont,
Vulture,
16 May 2024
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“Vaunt.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/vaunt. Accessed 13 May. 2025.
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