basked
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It’s been a rapid comedown for a heavyweight that basked in its return to the mountaintop.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 5, 2026
With a broad smile, he took in the scene and basked in the adulation of a crowd that viewed him as a hero.
From Slate ● May 20, 2026
Easter Road basked not just in the sunshine but in the anxiety of their guests, the unspeakable horror of having their league dream buffeted by their greatest rivals.
From BBC ● Apr. 26, 2026
Govan basked in the limelight nearby, shaking hands and doling out hugs and back pats.
From Los Angeles Times ● Apr. 17, 2026
For a moment, the robot and the goose basked in warm sunlight.
From "The Wild Robot Escapes" by Peter Brown
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