as in congratulating
to think highly of (oneself)
he prides himself on the quality of his writing
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Recent Examples of priding
Suitcases rarely push the $400 mark while priding themselves on chicness and durability; accessories like toiletry bags, too, come in at under $40 and yet retain an aspirational look worthy of your aesthetic at large.
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Stacia Datskovska,
Footwear News,
27 May 2026
But with a bid to appeal to more women and families, Hooters risks failing to differentiate itself from the dozens of other casual dining chains also priding themselves on being family-friendly, according to Saunders.
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Sasha Rogelberg,
Fortune,
14 Nov. 2025
If bookmaking was in theory the keel that kept the ship upright, in practice Bowyer often treated it as another gamble, priding himself on taking bets that his competition wouldn’t touch.
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David Amsden,
Rolling Stone,
29 Aug. 2025
Stacia Datskovska,
Footwear News,
27 May 2026
But with a bid to appeal to more women and families, Hooters risks failing to differentiate itself from the dozens of other casual dining chains also priding themselves on being family-friendly, according to Saunders.
—
Sasha Rogelberg,
Fortune,
14 Nov. 2025
If bookmaking was in theory the keel that kept the ship upright, in practice Bowyer often treated it as another gamble, priding himself on taking bets that his competition wouldn’t touch.
—
David Amsden,
Rolling Stone,
29 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for priding
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All participating children receive certificates, congratulating them on participation or meeting those goals.
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On Saturday, Jeffries took a step in that direction by congratulating New York City's Democratic nominees, including Valdez and Chevalier.
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Less practical were the faux fur and feather touches pluming pumps—try to avoid these when spring showers are on the forecast.
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Shop flattering wide-leg trousers, chic blouses, and throw-on-and-go dresses starting at just $10 during Prime Day.
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Oprah’s favorite denim brand, NYDJ, has flattering jeans up to 80 percent off.
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“Priding.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/priding. Accessed 5 Jul. 2026.
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