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A statement that suggests praise of oneself.

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  • If I seem to boast more than is becoming, my excuse is that I brag for humanity rather than for myself.
  • Not only does the title boast 90 micro games, there is also the ability to create your own unique games.
  • Eat Sleep Sport United star makes title boast - 1 hr ago
  • Over fifty chefs, and the only Asian/Pacific Islander face you can boast is Morimoto?
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  • His studies will "boost" (an upward push) him up the economic ladder, then his family will "boast" (try to impress others with one's accomplishments) of his success.
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