as in self-gratulatory
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Adjective
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And over the opening month of this season, Yamamoto’s confident mound presence has been mirrored behind the scenes, the pitcher becoming more vocal in game-planning meetings and assured in his clubhouse demeanor.—
Jack Harris,
Los Angeles Times,
27 Apr. 2025 -
Both Roseman and Sirianni were confident that Mukuba could deliver the same blows in the NFL despite being undersized.—
Brooks Kubena,
New York Times,
26 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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For the sisters, who describe a Nolly Babe as someone who is undeniably self-assured, nailing the distinct beauty aesthetic is about developing a genuine appreciation for the culture and embracing experimentation.—
Essence,
Essence,
10 Apr. 2025
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Further, networking inherently requires self-promotion and confidence, but women can face backlash for appearing too self-assured, ambitious or aggressive.—
Anou Khot,
Forbes.com,
4 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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But a self-congratulatory tone was adopted after announcing a 90-day pause on the reciprocal tariffs.—
Time,
Time,
10 Apr. 2025
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Loomer also took credit for planting the idea of Haugh’s ouster and that of NSA Deputy Director Wendy Noble in one of many self-congratulatory social media posts.—
Josh Meyer,
USA Today,
4 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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Pope in New York slams ‘selfish’ thirst for power and wealth Pope Francis endorses the Iran nuclear deal at U.N., but his focus remains the poor and vulnerable.—
Miami Herald Archives,
Miami Herald,
21 Apr. 2025
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While soccer is a team game, Guardiola instructs players to first focus on excelling personally—to be selfish.—
Rachana Adyanthaya,
Forbes.com,
21 Apr. 2025
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“Self-adulatory.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/self-adulatory. Accessed 30 Apr. 2025.
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