ego
Example Sentences
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Warren Buffett didn’t need the ego boost, but the fact that Berkshire Hathaway hit its all-time peak the day before his surprise retirement announcement at last year’s annual meeting is telling.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 1, 2026
But he is quick to anger when his ego and vanity are wounded.
From Salon • Apr. 30, 2026
"I think it was a little bit of my ego got in the way," Pimblett said on his YouTube, external channel reflecting on the fight.
From BBC • Apr. 29, 2026
"His lawsuit remains nothing more than a harassment campaign that's driven by ego, jealousy and a desire to slow down a competitor," OpenAI said of Musk in a recent X post.
From Barron's • Apr. 28, 2026
Candice was sure Brandon was saying that to soothe her bruised ego.
From "The Parker Inheritance" by Varian Johnson
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