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boast; indulge; achieve (evil deeds)
Meanings
3 senses · 15 examplesverb
to show off; to flaunt one's talent or power
neutralOften used to describe someone showing their abilities, authority or prestige in an ostentatious way, sometimes with negative connotations.
He always likes to show off his ability in front of others and ended up making a fool of himself.
A few thugs were showing off their power on the street and were taken away by the police.
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He liked to play the hero in front of girls but was exposed publicly.
Don't show off in front of your elders; be humble to make progress.
He relies on his family's wealth to show off everywhere.
verb
to achieve (evil intention); to get one's way
neutralMostly used for bad intentions or selfish gains, carries strong negative connotations.
The villain finally got his way and stole the company's confidential documents.
He plotted to frame his colleague but failed to succeed.
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The scammer's trick didn't work and we saw through it.
He tried to tamper with the competition results but failed in the end.
The robbers' plan was stopped by the police in advance and they didn't succeed.
verb
to indulge; to let (oneself) go
informalOften used to describe letting one's own emotions or impulses run wild.
Don't always give in to your temper; learn to control your emotions.
He throws things when he's in a bad mood and indulges his temper, which is not good.
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Children shouldn't be allowed to indulge their impulses too much, otherwise it's easy to develop bad habits.
He lost his temper and had a fight with his boss, and ended up getting fired.
Don't throw a fit and skip meals; your body will break down.