-
- To save this word, you'll need to log in.
Examples of bragging rights in a Sentence
She earned bragging rights for completing the project on time.
Recent Examples on the Web
The other option is sitting it out, a public admission of what critics already suspect: that the universities are mostly useful to some for their seven-figure salaries and benefit packages, and to others as no more than a source of political bragging rights.
—
Sun Sentinel Editorial Board, Sun Sentinel, 15 Feb. 2025
The winner will not only claim bragging rights but will have first dibs on lunar resources, especially at the moon's south polar region, where safe, sunlit landing sites are scarce.
—
John Kross, Space.com, 3 Feb. 2025
Patrick Mahomes earned his second Super Bowl MVP, and Travis Kelce secured eternal bragging rights over his big brother, Eagles center Jason Kelce.
—
Joseph Hernandez, Kansas City Star, 28 Jan. 2025
Queen earned bragging rights for now with his powerful outing, particularly in the lane.
—
Edward Lee, Baltimore Sun, 24 Jan. 2025
See all Example Sentences for bragging rights 
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Word History
First Known Use
1954, in the meaning defined above
Dictionary Entries Near bragging rights
Cite this Entry
“Bragging rights.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/bragging%20rights. Accessed 23 Feb. 2025.
Love words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
Share