proud
Example Sentences
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She puts on an actor’s airs and walks with a distinguished posture, proud of herself and her son, even if it’s an illusion.
From Salon • Jun. 2, 2026
Don Colossus stands proud atop a stone pedestal, keeping vigil over a small commemorative plaque.
From Slate • Jun. 2, 2026
"But I remember my grandmother and great aunt were so proud of Cornwall and everything to do with Cornwall, yet until they were teenagers they'd spent their whole lives in Mexico in Pachuca."
From BBC • Jun. 2, 2026
"I'm really proud of how much interest there is, everyone wants to know the story behind it."
From BBC • Jun. 1, 2026
I tear the wrapping paper off my present, hoping whatever’s inside will prove how well Dad knows me, how proud he is of me, something.
From "Keeping Pace" by Laurie Morrison
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