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as in brags
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 treasures
an asset that brings praise or renown
the school's boast was a winning football team
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Recent Examples of boasts
Kelly Phillips Erb, Forbes.com, 4 Sep. 2025
The firm offers interior and exterior architectural design services, and boasts extensive experience with construction and project management.
—Elizabeth Stamp, Architectural Digest, 3 Sep. 2025
The current exhibition boasts a collection of 257 works created by Mapplethorpe, offering a comprehensive showcase of his work.
—Andrea Onate, Footwear News, 3 Sep. 2025
The Bolton Museum boasts the largest collection of ancient Egyptian textiles in the United Kingdom.
—Andrea Margolis, FOXNews.com, 3 Sep. 2025
The Italy Under-21 international has started the season in the team, and boasts a Rory Delap-esque long throw.
—Tim Spiers, New York Times, 2 Sep. 2025
The area boasts more than 5,000 acres of open space and 65 miles of trails, according to DarkSky International, drawing outdoor adventurers and travelers looking for beautiful vistas and a slower pace.
—Evie Carrick, Travel + Leisure, 2 Sep. 2025
The space now boasts blue cabinetry, a yellow hood, and an orange island.
—Lennie Omalza, The Courier-Journal, 29 Aug. 2025
The White Tower in Nadur boasts routes up to grade 8a as well as the perfect photo opportunity straddling the gap between two slabs.
—AFAR Media, 28 Aug. 2025
Alan Ohnsman, Forbes.com, 25 Aug. 2025
The complex boasts upgraded weight rooms with smart racks that guide athletes through their workouts.
—Matthew Adams, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 13 Aug. 2025
Today, the #nikecortez hashtag on TikTok boasts over 20,000 posts and millions of likes on videos in which content creators offer styling inspiration, unbox the latest Cortez releases, rank the Cortez against comparable models, and bedeck its upper with popular shoe charms.
—Stacia Datskovska, Footwear News, 6 Aug. 2025
Verb
The state of Pennsylvania boasts a population of about 13 million.
—Kelly Phillips Erb, Forbes.com, 4 Sep. 2025
The firm offers interior and exterior architectural design services, and boasts extensive experience with construction and project management.
—Elizabeth Stamp, Architectural Digest, 3 Sep. 2025
The current exhibition boasts a collection of 257 works created by Mapplethorpe, offering a comprehensive showcase of his work.
—Andrea Onate, Footwear News, 3 Sep. 2025
The Bolton Museum boasts the largest collection of ancient Egyptian textiles in the United Kingdom.
—Andrea Margolis, FOXNews.com, 3 Sep. 2025
The Italy Under-21 international has started the season in the team, and boasts a Rory Delap-esque long throw.
—Tim Spiers, New York Times, 2 Sep. 2025
The area boasts more than 5,000 acres of open space and 65 miles of trails, according to DarkSky International, drawing outdoor adventurers and travelers looking for beautiful vistas and a slower pace.
—Evie Carrick, Travel + Leisure, 2 Sep. 2025
The space now boasts blue cabinetry, a yellow hood, and an orange island.
—Lennie Omalza, The Courier-Journal, 29 Aug. 2025
The White Tower in Nadur boasts routes up to grade 8a as well as the perfect photo opportunity straddling the gap between two slabs.
—AFAR Media, 28 Aug. 2025
Noun
From hyperloops to solar roofs to trillion-dollar savings from federal budget cuts by DOGE, Musk has developed a reputation for excessive boasts and telling outright whoppers.
—Alan Ohnsman, Forbes.com, 25 Aug. 2025
The complex boasts upgraded weight rooms with smart racks that guide athletes through their workouts.
—Matthew Adams, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 13 Aug. 2025
Today, the #nikecortez hashtag on TikTok boasts over 20,000 posts and millions of likes on videos in which content creators offer styling inspiration, unbox the latest Cortez releases, rank the Cortez against comparable models, and bedeck its upper with popular shoe charms.
—Stacia Datskovska, Footwear News, 6 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for boasts
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While Newsom brags incessantly about the state and its achievements, its chronic problems, such as a high level of homelessness, are obvious to anyone.—
Dan Walters,
Mercury News,
16 Aug. 2025
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Eggplant also contains small amounts of vitamins C, K and B6.—
Bethany Thayer,
Freep.com,
6 Sep. 2025
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This article contains spoilers for Splitsville.—
Sydney Bucksbaum,
Entertainment Weekly,
6 Sep. 2025
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Secondhand treasures can easily add a touch of mystery to your holiday decor.—
Maria Sabella,
Better Homes & Gardens,
8 Sep. 2025
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Museum collections can become so vast and encompassing that eventually, the most interesting treasures are buried within their halls and boxes.—
Irene Wright,
Miami Herald,
8 Sep. 2025
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Google could keep its business at the other side of the programmatic industry, publisher ad servers that alert advertisers of space available on sites–where Google holds about 90% of that market.—
Rob Pegoraro,
PC Magazine,
7 Sep. 2025
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Alcaraz now holds a 10-5 career advantage on Sinner, including 4-2 in majors and 7-2 on hardcourts.—
Adam Zagoria,
Forbes.com,
7 Sep. 2025
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The fan blog reported that Princess Marie Caroline added more shimmer with statement diamond drop earrings that Princess Marie and Princess Sophie have also sported previously, bringing another heirloom into her parure of bridal jewels.—
Janine Henni,
People.com,
1 Sep. 2025
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Menē, started by former gold bullion trader Roy Sebag and art historian and curator Diana Picasso, is a disruptive jewelry brand which sells solid gold and platinum jewels and objects — including buttons, dog tags and chess pieces — by weight, intended as investments to hold capital.—
Kate Matthams,
Forbes.com,
31 Aug. 2025
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She’s currently tied with Beyoncé—also nominated at this year’s awards—for the most Video Music Awards wins, with 30 Moon Men trophies to her name.—
Sam Reed,
Glamour,
5 Sep. 2025
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Nevertheless, England’s white-ball 50-over team is no longer a serious contender for major trophies.—
Tim Ellis,
Forbes.com,
3 Sep. 2025
Noun
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The Hue Secure Doorbell has some typical features for the category, including a 2K fisheye camera and two-way talk support.—
Andrew Gebhart,
PC Magazine,
8 Sep. 2025
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The goal is to allow the fire to meet the holding features at the lowest possible fire intensity.—
CA WILDFIRE BOT,
Sacbee.com,
7 Sep. 2025
Noun
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According to a news release, the annual award honors and recognizes teachers who exemplify excellence in their profession as well as those who leave a lasting positive impact on their students.—
Pioneer Press,
Chicago Tribune,
5 Sep. 2025
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With more than 120 million albums sold nationwide, Osbourne was a five-time Grammy winner, two-time Rock & Roll Hall of Fame inductee, both with Black Sabbath in 2006 and as a solo artist in 2024, with stars on the Hollywood Walk of Fame and Birmingham Walk of Stars, among other honors.—
Denise Petski,
Deadline,
5 Sep. 2025
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“Boasts.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/boasts. Accessed 9 Sep. 2025.
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