bragging
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present participleof brag.present participle
A verb form that is used in progressive verb constructions and may also function as a modifier or a gerund.
bragverb (used without object)to use boastful language; boast. -
a word derived from
brag.
bragverb (used without object)to use boastful language; boast.
Example Sentences
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They say they are mainly driven by the adrenaline rush, tradition and, of course, the bragging rights.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 21, 2026
Some Los Angeles-area renters may feel a secret shame of not owning their homes, but maybe they should be bragging.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 19, 2026
Joining the fight for Premier League bragging rights are Manchester United, majority-owned by US family the Glazers and Chelsea, whose ownership group is headed by American Todd Boehly.
From Barron's ● Aug. 14, 2026
She added: "He posted on social media videos essentially bragging he was in Brazil."
From BBC ● Aug. 14, 2026
“I’m sorry about bragging so much. It’s okay, Delsie. I’ll spot you some points.”
From "Shouting at the Rain" by Lynda Mullaly Hunt
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