as in pompously
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Texas is taking it to a new level, pompously trying to single-handedly keep Republican control of the House after the 2026 midterms.
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Obama’s stone exterior has academics and architecture critics in mind; it’s loftily designed to resemble four hands coming together and comes with such other un-Trump-like attributes as a wetland walk and sustainable garden.
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But the majority in 2019 said federal courts aren’t competent to decide when gerrymandering goes too far, even when the culprits arrogantly boast about it, as some did in Tallahassee.
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Kiffin was arrogantly miffed, but Carter was so right.
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Hazel swung the lamp in her hand and looked contemptuously at Ginny, surrounded by the naturalists and the teachers, who whispered encouragement.
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Men sneered contemptuously at them, while teenagers used their names as insults.
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And of how efficiently and boldly that talent must be acquired to keep pace in the great efficiency contest that is the NHL.
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From boho lace trims and monochromatic styling to chainmail textures and waist-cinching accessories, this season’s slip dress outfits prove the timeless piece can feel both effortlessly minimal and boldly fashion-forward.
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Timothy delighted in looking down imperiously at David, Peter and me.
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Wilde is at her best when Erika is imperiously giving orders or expounding — in seriousness or mischief?
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What can be said about the Kalimotxo that hasn’t been pretentiously asserted by an undergraduate who just learned about it?
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Fans have since delighted in the resurgence of the classic 1971 country-folk hit, with videos circulating across social media of World Cup viewers proudly belting the lyrics.
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While proudly rooted in Italy, the business today features 260 stores spread across 60 countries, giving it a front-row seat to how the world spectates and celebrates the game.
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“Self-importantly.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/self-importantly. Accessed 27 Jun. 2026.
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