ego
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He admits that the gossip and speculation, combined with bitter, post-break-up interviews by his bandmates, dented his ego.
From BBC • May 27, 2026
The owners don't seem to do well with anyone who has an ego.
From BBC • May 14, 2026
Warren Buffett didn’t need the ego boost, but the fact that Berkshire Hathaway hit its all-time peak the day before his surprise retirement announcement at last year’s annual meeting is telling.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 1, 2026
Paul Alexander Nolan’s Max, the owner of a boardwalk video store who crashes into the lives of the Emerson family, puts on a Clark Kent facade to conceal his nefarious alter ego.
From Los Angeles Times • May 1, 2026
“You do wonders for my ego, paramecium,” Mary Anne retorted.
From "The Great Santini" by Pat Conroy
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