be proud

Example Sentences

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“Especially with what we are going through, show where you’re from, be proud and be loud.”

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 5, 2026

I think you could be a steelworker and you could be proud of where you work, your heritage, your family history within that industry and be concerned about the environment.

From BBC • May 31, 2026

"We are doing this for our citizens; we want Europeans to be proud of investing in European companies," he said.

From Barron's • May 28, 2026

“Lots to be proud of,” said Hall after clinching the second-round sweep on Saturday night.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 10, 2026

“What for? I am glad she told me. Should I not be proud that you have built this house with your own hands?”

From "Nectar in a Sieve" by Kamala Markandaya