bluster

Example Sentences

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Strickland’s lawyer said that Strickland’s claims and promises to Boyd were all bluster.

From The Wall Street Journal

“There’s a strong hope that it’s just bluster — that, given Colombia has a sovereign government that the U.S. recognizes and has long worked with, it’s understood it would be catastrophic for the relationship,” Ellis said.

From Los Angeles Times

He was long overdue for a rise in rank, but for all his size and bluster, the captain disliked nosing about for promotions and salary increases.

From Literature

She ached from head to toe; she wanted a hot bath and a bright fire to read by and was in no mood for the admiral’s bluster.

From Literature

A chill had moved into the room, slowly replacing the bluster of revelers over the wee hours.

From Salon