be proud

Example Sentences

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I think you could be a steelworker and you could be proud of where you work, your heritage, your family history within that industry and be concerned about the environment.

From BBC • May 31, 2026

"We are doing this for our citizens; we want Europeans to be proud of investing in European companies," he said.

From Barron's • May 28, 2026

“These guys have a lot to be proud of this season,” Kniffin said.

From Los Angeles Times • May 12, 2026

“Lots to be proud of,” said Hall after clinching the second-round sweep on Saturday night.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 10, 2026

"Where's your mother or father? I want to tell them they should be proud of you, coming to help a young girl."

From "The Sky at Our Feet" by Nadia Hashimi