pridefulness
noun
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prideful intellectuals long considered rock music unworthy of serious study
at the wedding the prideful snobs ignored their poor relations
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What starts out as a cordial and pleasant discussion quickly becomes a wildly intricate game that preys upon confusion and fear, as Mr. Reed shares a plethora of history and knowledge that conflicts with the young women’s prideful beliefs.
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Jeff Conway, Forbes, 28 Oct. 2024
The standout here is Aquaman, portrayed as a prideful lord of Atlantis that just wants to be liked.
—Daniel Dockery, Vulture, 1 Aug. 2024
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Are prideful emotions getting in the way of harmonious relationships?
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Each woman took the stage to share their thanks and was met by the crowd with prideful tears and hopeful clapping.
—Lea Donenberg, Vogue, 24 Sep. 2024
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Jeff Conway, Forbes, 28 Oct. 2024
The standout here is Aquaman, portrayed as a prideful lord of Atlantis that just wants to be liked.
—Daniel Dockery, Vulture, 1 Aug. 2024
Read the full Aries Daily Horoscope Taurus (April 20 - May 20)
Are prideful emotions getting in the way of harmonious relationships?
—USA TODAY, 27 Sep. 2024
Each woman took the stage to share their thanks and was met by the crowd with prideful tears and hopeful clapping.
—Lea Donenberg, Vogue, 24 Sep. 2024
See all Example Sentences for prideful
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“Prideful.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/prideful. Accessed 23 Nov. 2024.
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