self-satisfaction

Example Sentences

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"People rejected the self-satisfaction and arrogance of old parties and did not fall prey to lies and manipulation. I thank them for their trust," Radev said, in his victory speech.

From BBC • Apr. 19, 2026

You don’t feel the need to advertise your wealth and, despite your efforts, fancy stuff doesn’t make you feel like you’re looking in a mirror at an image of your own self-satisfaction.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 17, 2026

But back in the dugout, the once highly-touted prospect finally let himself feel some self-satisfaction.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 10, 2025

But Thomson added the thought of any self-satisfaction inside the clubhouse was a stretch, especially after last season’s loss in the NL Championship Series to Arizona and the 2022 World Series loss to Houston.

From Seattle Times • May 23, 2024

She owes it to me, I think with self-satisfaction.

From "What the Night Sings" by Vesper Stamper