vanity
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Ms. Li’s novel about the vanity of artistic glory charts John’s youth as he is trained from infancy to be “the next Mozart.”
From The Wall Street Journal â Oct. 6, 2026
But in February, Graham finally managed to get Trump over the line, appealing to his vanity by shamelessly comparing him to Franklin D. Roosevelt.
From Salon â Sep. 23, 2026
Announcing that he would withdraw his amendment and leave the chamber, Offord said: "We did not come into this parliament to waste our time on vanity projects."
From BBC â Sep. 22, 2026
The primary suite opens onto a private patio overlooking the surrounding landscape, while the spa-inspired bathroom features a double vanity, soaking tub, and an oversized glass shower.
From MarketWatch â Sep. 8, 2026
“Yes, vanity is a weakness indeed. But pride—where there is a real superiority of mind, pride will be always under good regulation.”
From "Pride and Prejudice" by Jane Austen
Upholstered furniture, cabinets and vanities from the north weren’t about to invade.
From The Wall Street Journal â Aug. 30, 2026
Preacher Bamm is too busy throwing his daughter’s vanities out into the yard.
From The Wall Street Journal â Aug. 28, 2026
The luxe bathrooms boast marble vanities, soaking tubs, and glass-enclosed showers.
From MarketWatch â Apr. 20, 2026
The primary bathroom is certainly one of the crowning jewels of the home, as it features an elegant wood backdrop with a large soaking tub and his and her marble vanities.
From MarketWatch â Apr. 14, 2026
The trunk is in a tent, surrounded by rack after rack of vibrant costumes, props, and vanities with mirrors.
From "Water for Elephants" by Sara Gruen
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