self-promotion
Britishnoun
Example Sentences
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In truth, Cohn’s startling youth, aggressive courtroom tactics, distinctive demeanor and penchant for self-promotion accounted for more press coverage than he genuinely warranted.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 1, 2026
When you promote a record, you’re doing self-promotion: “Buy my stuff. Do my thing. Put me on your chest.”
From Los Angeles Times ● May 11, 2026
The self-promotion earned Noem a reputation for cosplay and the nickname "ICE Barbie" from her critics -- a reference to the Immigration and Customs Enforcement agency which she headed.
From Barron's ● Mar. 5, 2026
King was Jackson’s mentor, but this act rankled the civil rights leader’s more senior allies, who viewed it as rank self-promotion.
From Salon ● Feb. 22, 2026
The second was that he was excessively alert to the self-interest and self-promotion of others.
From "The Big Short" by Michael Lewis
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