Example Sentences

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Then it had eclipsed itself, leaving him to wonder whether, after all, it had not been the ignis fatuus of self-elation, and not the steady glow of truth.

From The Brentons by Dexter, Wilson C.

Lucy Sorrel was bending towards him, her face glowing with gratified vanity and self-elation.

From The Treasure of Heaven A Romance of Riches by Corelli, Marie

Markedly noticeable in his letters is the absence of self-elation over his victories.

From How the Flag Became Old Glory by Valentine, A. C.