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as in boasts
an asset that brings praise or renown
an architectural and acoustical masterpiece, the concert hall is the pride of the whole city
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as in best
individuals carefully selected as being the best of a class
crackerjack test pilots who are the pride of the navy's air arm
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as in congratulates
to think highly of (oneself)
he prides himself on the quality of his writing
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Recent Examples of prides
Jane Godiner, Baltimore Sun, 28 Apr. 2026
After the Ground Zero event, the monarch, who prides himself on his environmental advocacy, will head uptown for a meeting in Harlem with a group that promotes urban farming programs for children and young people affected by hunger and food insecurity.
—Dave Goldiner, New York Daily News, 28 Apr. 2026
Tactical prides itself on building rock-solid zero-wood trailers that offer more space than the typical off-road squaredrop/teardrop-style rig can muster.
—New Atlas, 27 Apr. 2026
That's why Utah, a state that prides itself on sovereignty and small-government, is seeking federal help to revive a landmark that is culturally, environmentally and economically vital to the region.
—Saige Miller, NPR, 24 Apr. 2026
This is where Smith prides himself as being an authority figure.
—Dan Zaksheske Outkick, FOXNews.com, 21 Apr. 2026
The general consensus was the Wild had gotten away from their identity of being a responsible bunch that prides itself on being hard to play against in all areas.
—Dane Mizutani, Twin Cities, 17 Apr. 2026
At a restaurant that prides itself on being in harmony with the seasons, the jalapeno cornbread waffle is one of the only dishes at Restaurant Constance that’s constant.
—Andre James, Charlotte Observer, 13 Apr. 2026
Arnold’s prides itself on collaborating with other Kansas businesses, carrying local products like Alfalfa Mulch and seed packets from The Buffalo Seed Company.
—Teresa Woodard, Midwest Living, 10 Apr. 2026
Verb
According to the webpage, MidnighTreats also prides itself in using sustainable supplies, such as compostable cups, cornstarch utensils, aluminum water bottles and paper straws.
—Jane Godiner, Baltimore Sun, 28 Apr. 2026
After the Ground Zero event, the monarch, who prides himself on his environmental advocacy, will head uptown for a meeting in Harlem with a group that promotes urban farming programs for children and young people affected by hunger and food insecurity.
—Dave Goldiner, New York Daily News, 28 Apr. 2026
Tactical prides itself on building rock-solid zero-wood trailers that offer more space than the typical off-road squaredrop/teardrop-style rig can muster.
—New Atlas, 27 Apr. 2026
That's why Utah, a state that prides itself on sovereignty and small-government, is seeking federal help to revive a landmark that is culturally, environmentally and economically vital to the region.
—Saige Miller, NPR, 24 Apr. 2026
This is where Smith prides himself as being an authority figure.
—Dan Zaksheske Outkick, FOXNews.com, 21 Apr. 2026
The general consensus was the Wild had gotten away from their identity of being a responsible bunch that prides itself on being hard to play against in all areas.
—Dane Mizutani, Twin Cities, 17 Apr. 2026
At a restaurant that prides itself on being in harmony with the seasons, the jalapeno cornbread waffle is one of the only dishes at Restaurant Constance that’s constant.
—Andre James, Charlotte Observer, 13 Apr. 2026
Arnold’s prides itself on collaborating with other Kansas businesses, carrying local products like Alfalfa Mulch and seed packets from The Buffalo Seed Company.
—Teresa Woodard, Midwest Living, 10 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for prides
Noun
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The 6-foot-4, 200-pounder boasts speed, elite length, a wide catch radius and field-stretching ability.—
Mike Jones,
New York Times,
25 Apr. 2026
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Ng showed video of Smiley Martin and others on Marconi Avenue boasting hours before the shooting started, and prosecutors said these boasts led to the fatal standoff.—
Sacbee.com,
Sacbee.com,
21 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Cuevas produced solid numbers last season with the Tide — 37 receptions, 411 yards, four TDs — and had career bests in 2022 at Cal Poly (58 catches, 678 yards, six TDs).—
ABC News,
ABC News,
21 Apr. 2026
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In 1971, the Osmonds tallied nine gold records, surpassing single-year bests by Elvis and the Beatles.—
Maria Sherman,
Chicago Tribune,
21 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Occasionally, bottles of water and loaves of bread are distributed, and Lydia congratulates herself for having the discipline to make her slice last.—
Amanda Whiting,
Vulture,
29 Apr. 2026
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Tiafoe has been one of Baptiste’s biggest fans and congratulates her often on social media.—
Michelle Kaufman,
Miami Herald,
25 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Hong heard about Trinket Trade boxes popping up in San Francisco and thought LA needed one too – a place for people to take or leave little treasures.—
Laurie Perez,
CBS News,
24 Apr. 2026
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Known as Hawaiʻi’s Garden Island, Kauaʻi embraces a multitude of landscapes, from the deeply creased and forested canyons of the North Shore to the sunny beaches and tropical botanical treasures of the south.—
Robb Report Studio,
Robb Report,
23 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Many will feel this probability still flatters Arteta’s side, especially after City went top on Wednesday, but as discussed, Arsenal hold the edge in fixture difficulty.—
Mark Carey,
New York Times,
25 Apr. 2026
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Instead of opting for skintight jeans, 2026 can be the year of straight-leg denim that still flatters a wide range of body types but with a little more forgiveness.—
Merrell Readman,
Travel + Leisure,
31 Jan. 2026
Noun
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On her formal encounters with presidents and other foreign leaders, Elizabeth would bedazzle with her tiaras, earrings and necklaces, heavy with history and laden with priceless jewels.—
Susan Page,
USA Today,
26 Apr. 2026
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It can be tucked into trousers for the office, tied in the front with shorts for a vacation, and dressed up with a skirt and jewels for a night off.—
Mia Huelsbeck,
PEOPLE,
24 Apr. 2026
Noun
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These are basically like the tops of Caramel deLite cookies.—
Alex Beggs,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
25 Apr. 2026
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In addition to building damage or palm trees that bend from strong wind, the image of car tops peeking through floodwaters has become synonymous with Florida hurricanes.—
Jennifer Sangalang,
USA Today,
25 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Faith brags about being a social-media coordinator who lives in Murray Hill, and Grace responds to her sister’s slights about marrying into money by grilling her about her own boyfriend’s finance career.—
Alison Willmore,
Vulture,
20 Mar. 2026
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Trump often brags that jobs are going to people born in the United States, rather than to immigrants.—
Josh Boak,
Fortune,
8 Mar. 2026
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“Prides.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/prides. Accessed 1 May. 2026.
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