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hubris

[hyoo-bris, hoo-] / ˈhju brɪs, ˈhu- /


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Hubris is not unknown in the field of politics.

From Salon • Apr. 29, 2025

His recent climbs include Mount Hubris and the southeast corner route at Beacon Rock State Park at age 79.

From Seattle Times • Aug. 13, 2023

Hubris and clumsy tactics are more to the point.

From New York Times • May 11, 2022

Hubris always hovers over the powerful, and few can survive a boast that they have nothing to hide.

From Washington Post • Aug. 6, 2021

"No, Seaweed Brain. That’s hummus. Hubris is worse."

From "The Sea of Monsters" by Rick Riordan




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