proud
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Yes, we do have that reputation on these islands, and I’m incredibly proud of it, because you know what it does?
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 17, 2026
"I feel proud, honoured and deeply privileged to be his fellow countryman."
From Barron's ● Aug. 17, 2026
Its chairwoman Bailie Annette Christie said said the city was "proud" to host the event.
From BBC ● Aug. 16, 2026
The Lincoln’s deployment stands alone in modern history as an achievement that should make every American proud.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 16, 2026
“Seems like the war never ends. I’m proud I fought. Trouble finds me. Maybe I need to wash myself clean?”
From "Will’s Race for Home" by Jewell Parker Rhodes
"I cannot be prouder and happier from what I saw out there, especially how we lived the last 72 hours," Arteta said.
From Barron's ● Feb. 22, 2026
“I couldn’t be prouder to work alongside her,” Raman said.
From Los Angeles Times ● Feb. 15, 2026
It could very well be your legacy — a career-defining performance, and you couldn’t be prouder.
From Salon ● Jan. 11, 2026
"I couldn't be any prouder of him," she added.
From BBC ● Dec. 7, 2025
Macon looked prouder than when she’d pulled in the mackerel.
From "Caterpillar Summer" by Gillian McDunn
One of his proudest moments was defeating a Brazil team on its home soil.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 16, 2026
Soccer’s proudest traditions: going out in the round of 16.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 8, 2026
Walking up this street two years ago was the proudest moment of my life.
From BBC ● Jun. 22, 2026
Long Beach Poly boasts one of the proudest programs in California yet Harris opted to transfer to Servite in February 2025 and has not looked back.
From Los Angeles Times ● May 30, 2026
The Eggmobile is one of Joel’s proudest innovations.
From "The Omnivore's Dilemma" by Michael Pollan
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