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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
Nashia Baker, Architectural Digest, 9 Mar. 2026
However, national homebuilder Taylor Morrison Wildhawk prides itself on a 44% female workforce.
—Irene Gonzalez, CBS News, 7 Mar. 2026
But until then, Alberta, which prides itself on being fiscally conservative, will manage expectations on Hollywood possibly shooting locally to keep creatives and crews in the province busy.
—Etan Vlessing, HollywoodReporter, 3 Mar. 2026
The Hurricanes score the vast majority of their points in the paint, and SMU prides itself on its interior defense.
—Miami Herald, 3 Mar. 2026
Stewart has joined Throne SPORT COFFEE, becoming the first female athlete to partner with the brand that prides itself on being much more than just a coffee provider.
—Scott Thompson, FOXNews.com, 2 Mar. 2026
For the first time under Eddie Howe’s management, Newcastle have lost three successive Premier League matches on Tyneside, a faith-shaker for a club which prides itself on making journeys north uncomfortable for their opponents.
—George Caulkin, New York Times, 28 Feb. 2026
The GIST, which prides itself on providing equal coverage to men’s and women’s sports and reaches roughly 1 million newsletter subscribers, will serve as the official media and content partner for the weekend, co-founder Jacie deHoop said.
—John Wawrow, Chicago Tribune, 26 Feb. 2026
Schanuel prides himself on his plate discipline.
—Jeff Fletcher, Oc Register, 25 Feb. 2026
Verb
The Mandarin Oriental is a luxury hotel chain that prides itself on its traditional, opulent aesthetic and extravagant accommodations.
—Nashia Baker, Architectural Digest, 9 Mar. 2026
However, national homebuilder Taylor Morrison Wildhawk prides itself on a 44% female workforce.
—Irene Gonzalez, CBS News, 7 Mar. 2026
But until then, Alberta, which prides itself on being fiscally conservative, will manage expectations on Hollywood possibly shooting locally to keep creatives and crews in the province busy.
—Etan Vlessing, HollywoodReporter, 3 Mar. 2026
The Hurricanes score the vast majority of their points in the paint, and SMU prides itself on its interior defense.
—Miami Herald, 3 Mar. 2026
Stewart has joined Throne SPORT COFFEE, becoming the first female athlete to partner with the brand that prides itself on being much more than just a coffee provider.
—Scott Thompson, FOXNews.com, 2 Mar. 2026
For the first time under Eddie Howe’s management, Newcastle have lost three successive Premier League matches on Tyneside, a faith-shaker for a club which prides itself on making journeys north uncomfortable for their opponents.
—George Caulkin, New York Times, 28 Feb. 2026
The GIST, which prides itself on providing equal coverage to men’s and women’s sports and reaches roughly 1 million newsletter subscribers, will serve as the official media and content partner for the weekend, co-founder Jacie deHoop said.
—John Wawrow, Chicago Tribune, 26 Feb. 2026
Schanuel prides himself on his plate discipline.
—Jeff Fletcher, Oc Register, 25 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for prides
Noun
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Newsom’s other boasts of climate change, tax credits and housing spending all sound nice.—
The Editorial Board,
Oc Register,
9 Jan. 2026
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More broadly, his boasts about an economic golden age appeared increasingly at odds with popular sentiment, giving Democrats an opening on the issue of affordability.—
Niall Stanage,
The Hill,
31 Dec. 2025
Noun
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Bradley finished with 15 points, and Anthony Dell'Orso matched a career-best with six 3-pointers and scored 26 points for the tournament's top seed.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
13 Mar. 2026
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Continue reading … AMERICAN CULTURE QUIZ — Test yourself on baseball bests and nutty nibbles.—
,
FOXNews.com,
10 Mar. 2026
Verb
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But then the public address announcer congratulates Charlisse Leger-Walker for her four All-Pac-12 honors and her conference title with Washington State (which came at UCLA’s expense), and the whole ceremony starts to make less sense.—
Sabreena Merchant,
New York Times,
23 Feb. 2026
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The rep excuses herself; in the hallway, Stephen congratulates Lucy.—
JP Mangalindan,
Time,
17 Feb. 2026
Noun
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Those treasures include antique haberdashery walls, an onyx entry table, and a jewelry case reupholstered in kilim with guitar-strap trim, and plenty of personal touches like family photos, all meant to inspire your next purchase, too.—
Stacey Leasca,
Travel + Leisure,
12 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
Verb
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Instead of opting for skintight jeans, 2026 can be the year of straight-leg denim that still flatters a wide range of body types but with a little more forgiveness.—
Merrell Readman,
Travel + Leisure,
31 Jan. 2026
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The sleek, tapered shape draws the eye downward, creating a streamlined look that flatters your figure.—
Shelby Comroe,
InStyle,
10 Jan. 2026
Noun
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Paltrow’s look featured clean lines and minimal makeup, letting her natural beauty and Harry Winston jewels shine.—
Kevin Huynh,
InStyle,
15 Mar. 2026
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The seeds are located within the individual red jewels, called arils.—
SJ McShane,
Martha Stewart,
12 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Attach them to the tops of your eggs with glue dots.—
Annabelle Canela,
Parents,
14 Mar. 2026
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Cutworms slice right through the juicy stems near the soil level, allowing the tops of plants to fall like trees in a forest.—
Brandee Gruener,
Southern Living,
14 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Trump often brags that jobs are going to people born in the United States, rather than to immigrants.—
Josh Boak,
Fortune,
8 Mar. 2026
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Early in the premiere, M brags about her party guests devouring her fancy salad.—
Ben Travers,
IndieWire,
5 Mar. 2026
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“Prides.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/prides. Accessed 18 Mar. 2026.
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