proud
Example Sentences
Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.
It’s impossible to predict which songs will gain traction, Day said, but she was very proud that one did.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 3, 2026
"I'm really living my old 92 years through Victor -- I'm really proud."
From Barron's • Apr. 1, 2026
In the weeks after the crash, her grieving father Dimitris told the BBC he would always be proud of his daughter who "only had love to give".
From BBC • Apr. 1, 2026
Wasn’t World War II a proud moment for the country?
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 1, 2026
I have this urge to list all the reasons why Jonah’s dad would be proud, and the first thing that pops into my mind is top scholar.
From "Keeping Pace" by Laurie Morrison
![]()
From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.