be vain
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We know that Musk can be vain and vindictive.
From Slate ● Apr. 30, 2026
How could I be vain, dumb or deluded enough to believe that this was a job I could actually do?
From New York Times ● Mar. 17, 2023
Nick Adams’ Whizzer might be vain, a bit flighty — and not a big fan of monogamy — but he’s a stalwart and compassionate additional father figure.
From Los Angeles Times ● Apr. 19, 2019
Mr. DeProspero could be vain about his high standards and damnably certain he was always right when it came to security.
From Washington Post ● Mar. 5, 2019
“It may be vain and wrong to say it, but—I’m afraid—Laurie is getting too fond of me.”
From "Little Women" by Louisa May Alcott
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