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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
Heidi Finley, Charlotte Observer, 10 Mar. 2026
Aside from hydrating thirsty hair, the brand also boasts that this pick helps to refresh twist outs and wash-and-go’s.
—Conçetta Ciarlo, Vogue, 10 Mar. 2026
Merrell Readman, Travel + Leisure, 16 Jan. 2026
Luka Garza’s Celtics tenure began with a boast.
—Zack Cox, Boston Herald, 14 Jan. 2026
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Verb
Uchi boasts an extensive menu, with hot and cool tasting bites, chef’s tasting menus and seasonal specials alongside caviar, nigiri and sashimi.
—Heidi Finley, Charlotte Observer, 10 Mar. 2026
Aside from hydrating thirsty hair, the brand also boasts that this pick helps to refresh twist outs and wash-and-go’s.
—Conçetta Ciarlo, Vogue, 10 Mar. 2026
Noun
These fuzzy indoor and outdoor slippers are lined with faux fur and boast memory foam insoles that are both cushy and supportive.
—Merrell Readman, Travel + Leisure, 16 Jan. 2026
Luka Garza’s Celtics tenure began with a boast.
—Zack Cox, Boston Herald, 14 Jan. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for boast
Verb
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Each level has something to brag about.—
Brian Higgins,
Outside,
10 Mar. 2026
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But management also decided against trying to brag about these network-level changes with new status-bar icons or other sorts of customer-experience puffery.—
Rob Pegoraro,
PC Magazine,
9 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Oncor Electric is requesting that the Fort Worth City Council approve the rezoning of a southeast Fort Worth lot containing a power substation that the utility company intends to expand and renovate, documents say.—
Emily Holshouser,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
11 Mar. 2026
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The religious article, called a kirpan, cannot be longer than 10 inches and must be contained in a sheath to wear in City Hall, according to the ordinance.—
Ishani Desai,
Sacbee.com,
11 Mar. 2026
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Inspired by Isaac’s small trove of treasures—and perhaps their own collecting instincts—Knorr and Coleman threaded a squirrel motif quietly throughout the home, with acorn details appearing in several rooms.—
Kathryn Romeyn,
Architectural Digest,
11 Mar. 2026
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Tommy Thompson, a former deep-sea treasure hunter, is seen in an undated photo provided by the Delaware County Sheriff's Office.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
10 Mar. 2026
Noun
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The jewel of Amelia Island, Fernandina Beach is well-loved for its many festivals, pristine coastline, and unique pirate-faring history.—
Symiah Dorsey,
Southern Living,
12 Mar. 2026
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At Dries Van Noten, hair artist Olivier Schawalder secured hundreds of shining bobby pins atop models’ heads, occasionally adding golden jewels over the ears.—
Arden Fanning Andrews,
Vogue,
11 Mar. 2026
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For many riders, the views of the changing landscapes are the highlight, says Jason Abrams, senior pubic relations manager at Amtrak.—
Lauren Dana Ellman,
Travel + Leisure,
8 Mar. 2026
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Kolodjay delivered a highlight-reel goal on a one-on-one rush in the first 14 seconds of the second period, dangling past the last defender before finishing off a 3-1 lead.—
Tom Mulherin,
Boston Herald,
8 Mar. 2026
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On Monday, Villanova’s Devin Askew won Big East Sixth Man of the Year, while teammate Tyler Perkins was named the conference’s Most Improved Player — an honor Ejiofor won last year.—
Peter Sblendorio,
Hartford Courant,
10 Mar. 2026
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The Mountain West announced its all-conference basketball awards on Tuesday afternoon, and just one Boise State player earned honors.—
Shaun Goodwin,
Idaho Statesman,
10 Mar. 2026
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Additionally, Chris Evans, Javier Bardem, Chase Infiniti, Demi Moore and Kumail Nanjiani will also present trophies at the awards show.—
Charlie Vargas,
Oc Register,
11 Mar. 2026
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The statement over the arena’s PA system was nearly drowned out by a raucous cheer, and the energy in the building never faded until the UConn women’s basketball team was holding its Big East championship trophy under a rainbow shower of confetti.—
Emily Adams,
Hartford Courant,
11 Mar. 2026
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Country pride, seeding for the rest of the tournament and Olympic implications (the top two teams in the tournament from the Americas outside of the United States automatically qualify for the 2028 Summer Games) were on the line.—
Jordan McPherson,
Miami Herald,
12 Mar. 2026
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Helen Arevalo, one of the guides on the boat who is herself a ribereño and grew up in a tiny jungle village called Nueva Esperanza or New Hope, spoke with pride of being one of the only women guides in the region.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
11 Mar. 2026
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“Boast.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/boast. Accessed 14 Mar. 2026.
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