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the humble-brag
noun phrase
/thuh-hum-bul-brag/
Definition
A sickeningly transparent attempt to disguise a boast as a complaint, instantly marking the speaker as an insufferable narcissist.
In use
“She pulled the humble-brag about how hard it is to maintain two holiday homes.”
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Language
- Language form
- noun phrase
- Pronunciation
- /thuh-hum-bul-brag/
Classification
- Life domain
- Everyday life
History
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