take pride in
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Instead of striving to set a timeline for their child’s exit, parents should take pride in providing assistance as their child navigates independence.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 14, 2026
You take pride in your work, and I applaud that.
From MarketWatch ● May 29, 2026
"We take pride in being able to win clutch games," said Edwards.
From Barron's ● Feb. 21, 2026
“When you’re the two-time defending league champs you take pride in that and you don’t want to give it away.”
From Los Angeles Times ● Feb. 3, 2026
“You look absolutely Napoleonic in your uniform, Bull. Yes, you’re right. People used to take pride in their work.”
From "The Great Santini" by Pat Conroy
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