boast
verb (used without object)
to speak with exaggeration and excessive pride, especially about oneself.
boasts
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pluralof boast.plural
The grammatical form denoting more than one person, place, thing, or idea.
Example Sentences
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With five bedrooms and five bathrooms, the property boasts ample space for large families—or for those seeking a private beach sanctuary where they can entertain friends and loved ones.
From MarketWatch ● Aug. 14, 2026
The hashtag #finelinetattoo has racked up 10.3m searches on Instagram, while #dotworktattoo boasts 4.8m searches.
From BBC ● Aug. 10, 2026
Though he boasts a long resume in California electoral politics, Becerra went decades without a challenging election fight — until this year.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 10, 2026
The Polish food retailer also boasts around 11.7 million users across its digital channels.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 31, 2026
So Texas now boasts the most expensive hole in the universe.
From "A Short History of Nearly Everything" by Bill Bryson
