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bragging

  • present participle
    of brag.
    brag
    verb (used without object)
    to use boastful language; boast.
  • a word derived from brag.
    brag
    verb (used without object)
    to use boastful language; boast.

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Whether for clout on Letterboxd or simply bragging rights among friends, how one sees a movie has become a key part of the overall experience.

From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 20, 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

If any move does materialise for Romero, it would be a sensational development and be another deal, following the one for Eze last season, which would present a chance for bragging rights for Arsenal fans.

From BBC ● Aug. 10, 2026

It was like they saw it as bragging, like ‘Ugh, fine, we get it, you’re educated.’

From Salon ● Jul. 23, 2026

It’s basically Denny’s fault for bragging so much about them.

From "Clairboyance" by Kristiana Kahakauwila