boasting

Example Sentences

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One small Texas operator was recently heard boasting that his company is nimble enough to get oil flowing faster than the oil giants.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 1, 2026

Written with clear compassion and boasting a robust performance by Lili Taylor, “I Shot Andy Warhol” portrays Solanas as a product of modern alienation.

From Salon • Apr. 29, 2026

James Conlon has begun his long goodbye as music director of Los Angeles Opera, and he does so by boasting big numbers.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 29, 2026

An interesting quirk to Corteen-Coleman's selection is that she is one of three left-arm spinners, with England already boasting Sophie Ecclestone and Linsey Smith.

From BBC • Apr. 28, 2026

“But it weren’t enough. After it be all gone, I et nuts, mostly. “I could’ve et bugs if I had to,” he added, boasting.

From "Gathering Blue" by Lois Lowry