gloat

Example Sentences

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There is a temptation to gloat, laugh at and mock them, but that may be a trap which further imperil American democracy.

From Salon • Feb. 20, 2026

Maybe there was an urge to gloat after the 31-20 triumph, but he resisted.

From BBC • Feb. 14, 2026

He didn’t gloat when coaches dutifully dropped to the court to pay the push-up price.

From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 1, 2025

From midnight onward, most of the network’s anchors and panelists were still trying to be professional, while also just waiting for the opportunity to safely gloat.

From Slate • Nov. 6, 2024

She did not gloat, though Lord Peter was on the hook, and our whole world knew it now.

From "Secrets at Sea" by Richard Peck