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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
Charles Singh, Nashville Tennessean, 11 Nov. 2025
Rini boasts dermatologist-tested, hypoallergenic and vegan products.
—Greta Cross, USA Today, 11 Nov. 2025
Vivian Jones, Nashville Tennessean, 18 Sep. 2025
More than one of these names won’t make starts this October, which goes to show the depth the Dodgers boast.
—The Athletic Mlb Staff, New York Times, 8 Sep. 2025
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Verb
Toyota's Grand Highlander Hybrid three-row midsize hybrid SUV is another family SUV that boasts impressive gas mileage for its size (36 miles per gallon).
—Charles Singh, Nashville Tennessean, 11 Nov. 2025
Rini boasts dermatologist-tested, hypoallergenic and vegan products.
—Greta Cross, USA Today, 11 Nov. 2025
Noun
Nineteen candidates are vying for the chair, though few boast name recognition beyond Tennessee’s political circles.
—Vivian Jones, Nashville Tennessean, 18 Sep. 2025
More than one of these names won’t make starts this October, which goes to show the depth the Dodgers boast.
—The Athletic Mlb Staff, New York Times, 8 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for boast
Verb
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Every Democrat had something to brag about after Tuesday’s elections, but few were more invested than Shapiro or Newsom, whose redistricting ballot measure coasted to passage on Tuesday.—
David Weigel,
semafor.com,
6 Nov. 2025
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Clark said the lighting only enhances an atmosphere he’s bragged about for years.—
Jace Frederick,
Twin Cities,
29 Oct. 2025
Verb
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By Monday evening, the fire crew effectively contained 30% of this wildfire.—
CA WILDFIRE BOT,
Sacbee.com,
11 Nov. 2025
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The green husks contain a natural dye that will stain skin, clothes and concrete.—
Randy Moll,
Arkansas Online,
11 Nov. 2025
Noun
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Brendan Fraser played the dashing hero Rick O’Connell, a treasure hunter and former Captain of the French Foreign Legion.—
Andrew Walsh,
Entertainment Weekly,
9 Nov. 2025
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In the film, little Rory needs to save her father who’s disappeared on a treasure quest during an unfortunate encounter with a dragon.—
Marta Balaga,
Variety,
8 Nov. 2025
Noun
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The content creator dressed in a stunning array of jewels, a chain-style seashell dress from Paco Rabanne retailing for nearly $4,000, and a metallic purse.—
Luke Chinman,
PEOPLE,
7 Nov. 2025
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The cash, gold, jewels, and crypto are all ready.—
Kaycee Sloan,
Cincinnati Enquirer,
7 Nov. 2025
Noun
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Another week, another ridiculous highlight from five-star Houston quarterback commit Keisean Henderson.—
Grace Raynor,
New York Times,
11 Nov. 2025
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An annual highlight of the breakfast, this year’s celebration will see more than $1 million in university scholarships presented to high school seniors from the program.—
THR Staff,
HollywoodReporter,
10 Nov. 2025
Noun
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His award came with a glass plaque detailing the honor and a $1,000 cash prize.—
Grant Lancaster,
Arkansas Online,
7 Nov. 2025
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Over the course of Lamborghini’s 60-plus years as a going concern, there have been just six models that (not counting the array of limited-run cars the company has become known for selling to the ultra-wealthy in the 21st Century) held the honor of serving as those company-defining icons.—
Will Sabel Courtney,
Robb Report,
6 Nov. 2025
Noun
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Not since 2016-17, when Chelsea won it, has a different name appeared on the trophy.—
Andy Jones,
New York Times,
9 Nov. 2025
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Last year’s ceremony saw Beyoncé make history with Album of the Year, while Kendrick Lamar dominated the rap categories, leaving with five trophies of his own.—
Okla Jones,
Essence,
7 Nov. 2025
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For those who do know him, the optics are less about political pressure and more about simple, unadulterated pride.—
Rhea Mogul,
CNN Money,
7 Nov. 2025
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The 17-song record is composed of música jíbara, or Puerto Rican folk, a staple of the island’s musical and cultural traditions, and tackles themes of political resistance and cultural pride.—
Thania Garcia,
Variety,
7 Nov. 2025
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“Boast.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/boast. Accessed 15 Nov. 2025.
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