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boastful

[bohst-fuhl] / ˈboʊst fəl /


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At press briefings and public events, the former television host has adopted an at times boastful, mocking tone in describing the offensive.

From Barron's • Mar. 10, 2026

And the jazzy “Robbery,” a boastful number about dominating the competition and coming out on top, has musical references to Thelonious Monk and Duke Ellington and features rapper Doechii.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 20, 2026

Only by changing directions, and looking for ways to boost Latino economic prospects and those of other minorities, can we align our boastful multicultural rhetoric with reality.

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 9, 2025

For McInerny, whose effusive grace is a noticeable contrast to Cécile’s boastful assuredness, time on location in Cassis before filming was essential for inhabiting her character’s demeanor.

From Salon • May 2, 2025

I batted my eyes and tried to make sense of their blustery, boastful talk.

From "The Detective's Assistant" by Kate Hannigan




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