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gloat over





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In some cases, those who took to social media to gloat over his death or post comments that caused offence have been fired or placed on leave by employers.

From BBC Sep. 15, 2025

Who has the right to gloat over escaping the CrowdStrike meltdown last week?

From Los Angeles Times Jul. 23, 2024

None of this means that we should welcome the possibility of a Chinese slump or gloat over another nation’s troubles.

From Seattle Times Aug. 22, 2023

And when it comes to just basic etiquette, yes: It is insensitive to publicly gloat over any human being’s death, and cruel to wish any form of suffering on anyone.

From Slate Sep. 8, 2022

“And to gloat over your victory at the Flames.”

From "Gregor the Overlander" by Suzanne Collins




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