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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

It is the kind of boastful big numbers, mixed with a make-money-not-war philosophy, that has endeared him to his boss, a friend of four decades.

From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 20, 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

But then the bravado behind those boastful campaign pledges lost steam this month.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 26, 2025

They seem to view such questions as prying or boastful, but to me they're perfectly normal.

From "Me Talk Pretty One Day" by David Sedaris




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