1
as in boasts
an asset that brings praise or renown
an architectural and acoustical masterpiece, the concert hall is the pride of the whole city
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as in best
individuals carefully selected as being the best of a class
crackerjack test pilots who are the pride of the navy's air arm
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as in congratulates
to think highly of (oneself)
he prides himself on the quality of his writing
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Recent Examples of prides
Daniel Fusch, USA Today, 4 Nov. 2025
Bright prides himself on his defense, which is something valued highly by Mascherano, who also was known as a relentless defensive midfielder.
—Michelle Kaufman, Miami Herald, 29 Oct. 2025
The move has provoked fierce criticism in France, a country that prides itself on craftsmanship, sustainability and haute couture.
—NPR, 28 Oct. 2025
The Granite State still prides itself as home to the first presidential primary in the nation, which has come under attack.
—Joe Dwinell, Boston Herald, 28 Oct. 2025
Yet in a move that’s out of character for the automaker that prides itself on offering seemingly unlimited levels of customization, each car will be identical—there’s no option for personalization.
—Howard Walker, Robb Report, 22 Oct. 2025
Ball, since coming into the NBA from UCLA, is one of the best minds on the basketball court, possessing the vision and unselfishness that James also prides himself on.
—Nelson Espinal, MSNBC Newsweek, 22 Oct. 2025
Even a service that prides itself on offering everyone’s favorite show may have to choose a lane.
—Steven Zeitchik, HollywoodReporter, 22 Oct. 2025
Don't expect white tablecloths and a snooty ambiance; the culinary gem prides itself on its fun and casual atmosphere.
—Gabi De La Rosa, Southern Living, 15 Oct. 2025
Verb
Timber Stoves prides itself not only on the quality of its heaters, but also on its practice of local manufacturing.
—Daniel Fusch, USA Today, 4 Nov. 2025
Bright prides himself on his defense, which is something valued highly by Mascherano, who also was known as a relentless defensive midfielder.
—Michelle Kaufman, Miami Herald, 29 Oct. 2025
The move has provoked fierce criticism in France, a country that prides itself on craftsmanship, sustainability and haute couture.
—NPR, 28 Oct. 2025
The Granite State still prides itself as home to the first presidential primary in the nation, which has come under attack.
—Joe Dwinell, Boston Herald, 28 Oct. 2025
Yet in a move that’s out of character for the automaker that prides itself on offering seemingly unlimited levels of customization, each car will be identical—there’s no option for personalization.
—Howard Walker, Robb Report, 22 Oct. 2025
Ball, since coming into the NBA from UCLA, is one of the best minds on the basketball court, possessing the vision and unselfishness that James also prides himself on.
—Nelson Espinal, MSNBC Newsweek, 22 Oct. 2025
Even a service that prides itself on offering everyone’s favorite show may have to choose a lane.
—Steven Zeitchik, HollywoodReporter, 22 Oct. 2025
Don't expect white tablecloths and a snooty ambiance; the culinary gem prides itself on its fun and casual atmosphere.
—Gabi De La Rosa, Southern Living, 15 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for prides
Noun
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Karp brushed aside critics of Palantir’s strategic direction, but a closer look at the trading floor suggested his boasts were no match for market structure.—
Sydney Lake,
Fortune,
5 Nov. 2025
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But the indictments are startling for their paucity compared with the charges described in Patel’s boasts.—
Sally Jenkins,
The Atlantic,
26 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Not to mention, some of the leagues' bests have graced his work, including Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert.—
Skyler Caruso,
PEOPLE,
3 Nov. 2025
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The kicking game was so bad that Freeman sounded like Brian Kelly at his sarcastic best when asked about Noah Burnette, Erik Schmidt and Marcello Diomede combining to miss two extra points and one field goal.—
Pete Sampson,
New York Times,
2 Nov. 2025
Verb
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At the tip meeting, Sandy congratulates the interior team and, in so many gentle words, tells the deck team to do better.—
Rafaela Bassili,
Vulture,
21 Oct. 2025
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Head coach Deion Sanders of the Colorado Buffaloes congratulates players after a first half scoring drive against the Delaware Fightin Blue Hens at Folsom Field on September 6, 2025 in Boulder, Colorado.—
Michael Gallagher,
MSNBC Newsweek,
9 Sep. 2025
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In the 1930s, amid fears the palace collection would be seized by Japan’s Imperial Army, many of the treasures were evacuated to other cities and spent years on the road, sometimes hidden in temples and caves on the way.—
Wayne Chang,
CNN Money,
10 Nov. 2025
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Downtown, colorful art galleries and boutiques are filled with coastal treasures from handmade jewelry to nautical prints and souvenirs.—
Gabi De la Rosa,
Southern Living,
7 Nov. 2025
Verb
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And that scoreline probably flatters the Rams, who looked flat from the jump.—
Sean Keeler,
Denver Post,
26 Oct. 2025
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There is nothing like a flop, because a flop flatters us.—
Will Leitch,
New York Times,
7 Oct. 2025
Noun
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High-end jewelry brand Larkspur & Hawk is celebrating its 25th anniversary with a dazzling holiday campaign featuring the mother-daughter duo in over $18,500 worth of their jewels from the Palette collection, which is an ode to founder Emily Satloff's signature foiling.—
Michelle Lee,
PEOPLE,
11 Nov. 2025
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Elaine Hendrix has emerged as one of the shining jewels of Dancing With the Stars’ 34th season, serving as a beacon of light amid the noise surrounding the competitive reality show.—
McKinley Franklin,
HollywoodReporter,
11 Nov. 2025
Noun
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Edge finishes are kept thin so tops stay flat.—
Footwear News,
Footwear News,
11 Nov. 2025
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Best Early Amazon Black Friday Fashion Deals The fashion category includes impressive deals on shoes, leggings, tops, bags, coats, and even jewelry.—
Stephanie Osmanski,
Better Homes & Gardens,
10 Nov. 2025
Verb
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Anyone who brags excessively about his or her offspring on social media will immediately be incarcerated for at least a week.—
Marla Jo Fisher,
Oc Register,
22 Oct. 2025
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But where are the customer brags?—
Liz Hoffman,
semafor.com,
9 Oct. 2025
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“Prides.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/prides. Accessed 16 Nov. 2025.
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