braggadocio

Example Sentences

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But the most likely outcome is that people will brush these warnings aside and answer them with braggadocio of the type “America is not for sale.”

From The Wall Street Journal • Oct. 29, 2025

Oracle’s ups and downs reflect his unparalleled vision and singular skill set, as well as his braggadocio and blind spots.

From Barron's • Oct. 10, 2025

The film’s title comes from a bit of braggadocio — “I’m him” — that started sprouting up in sports leagues during the last five years.

From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 19, 2025

Over the years, Angelenos became familiar with Mr. Parker’s personal brand of braggadocio and promise, as his face could be seen on billboards across the city and on television ads.

From New York Times • Mar. 16, 2024

He had that particular kind of nerdy-boy swagger, that back-and-forth between braggadocio and wonder.

From "Leah on the Offbeat" by Becky Albertalli