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So I just quoted them being completely pompous.

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The mockumentary “This Is Spinal Tap” parodied pompous rock musicians to great effect.

But pompous Henrich and Victor don’t appreciate that their accomplishments are built on other’s sacrifices.

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His first major stage success was as pompous lawyer Paul Bratter in Neil Simon's romantic comedy Barefoot in the Park.

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Adamson plays the band's pompous new promoter while Godliman plays the daughter of their late manager who is now looking after their legal affairs in light of a newly discovered chart return gig clause.

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From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.

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