bask

Example Sentences

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That movie never happened and Reisman died in 2012 at the age of 82, still insisting he deserved to bask in the spotlight.

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 23, 2025

With the audience seated, Bonnie stops for a moment to bask in the sense of accomplishment.

From Salon • Dec. 18, 2025

Others do so to bask in the leader’s approval and proximity or to advance their careers, which expressions of dissent could torpedo.

From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 16, 2025

Even though for the wearers of the gowns, post-prom may be a chance to bask in the afterglow of June's event, those making them are back at work.

From BBC • Aug. 22, 2025

We go to family parties not to bask in each other's presence but to whisper among ourselves about tacky dresses, botched plastic surgery, and disastrous haircuts and highlights.

From "Americanized" by Sara Saedi