plumed

Definition of plumednext
past tense of plume
as in prided
to think highly of (oneself) that jerk plumes himself on his supposed athletic skills

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Recent Examples of plumed These extravagant suits — plumed, bejeweled, beaded and sequined — are handcrafted in secret for an entire year, to be unveiled on Mardi Gras day. Nichole Marks, CBS News, 5 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for plumed
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prided
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  • Cannes, after all, has always prided itself on discovering and nurturing new talent — and pushing the envelope of what cinema both is and can be.
    Christopher Vourlias, Variety, 15 May 2026
  • The Timberwolves have long prided themselves on being the type of group that performs best with their backs planted firmly against the wall.
    Jace Frederick, Twin Cities, 14 May 2026

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“Plumed.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/plumed. Accessed 22 May. 2026.

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