preened

Example Sentences

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So if you happen to raise an orphan like we did with Alfie, that desire to be preened is very relatable.

From Salon • Oct. 1, 2023

During a 21-point loss in March to the Clippers that clinched the Clippers’ sweep of their four-game season series, Clippers guard Reggie Jackson danced and preened and crowed.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 5, 2022

Hagler’s Marvelous nickname was bestowed by a Lowell, Mass., journalist when he fought there as an amateur and preened in the ring, emulating Muhammad Ali.

From New York Times • Mar. 13, 2021

Another activist, Joy Villa, preened in the background in a floor-length red gown emblazoned with the word “freedom.”

From Seattle Times • Jul. 11, 2019

Tristran's mother preened, and Yvaine knew that she was not.

From "Stardust" by Neil Gaiman