boast
verb (used without object)
to speak with exaggeration and excessive pride, especially about oneself.
boasted
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a word derived from
boast.
Example Sentences
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The church has boasted extensive links to politicians in Seoul, Tokyo, and even in Washington.
From BBC ● Aug. 31, 2026
There was just one problem: That conference boasted one of the greatest collections of pro-level quarterbacks and coaching innovators the sport had ever seen.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 27, 2026
When they handed the property over, it boasted emerald green walls, a rattan monkey chandelier, and banana-leaf wallpaper.
From MarketWatch ● Aug. 18, 2026
Starting on Jan. 1, 2027, the statewide minimum wage will rise to $17.40 an hour, an increase Gov. Gavin Newsom boasted about on Friday.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 1, 2026
But indeed there were too few now left there to do them great damage, though the light of the fires showed up many a mark for archers of such skill as Gondor once had boasted.
From "The Return of the King" by J.R.R. Tolkien
