flaunt
verb (used without object)
to parade or display oneself conspicuously, defiantly, or boldly.
flaunting
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present participleof flaunt.present participle
A verb form that is used in progressive verb constructions and may also function as a modifier or a gerund.
Example Sentences
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A former kickboxer, he has millions of social media followers and has appeared in countless videos flaunting what appears to be an ultra-luxurious lifestyle.
From BBC ● Aug. 25, 2026
An overreliance on precious metals in the flaunting of one’s wealth can give the impression of protesting too much.
From Slate ● Jun. 11, 2026
After months of flaunting the ring on social media posts, Lipa confirmed the engagement to British Vogue in June 2025.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 1, 2026
In recent months, much like in the past, Zanjani has drawn attention to himself, flaunting business deals on social media and speaking out in a way that is unusual for pro-regime figures in Iran.
From The Wall Street Journal ● May 4, 2026
The street and open courtyard were filled with umbrella-covered stands and stalls, flaunting jade-colored cabbages, curled cucumbers, purple eggplants, and tangy oranges.
From "Where the Mountain Meets the Moon" by Grace Lin
