1
as in to boast
to praise or express pride in one's own possessions, qualities, or accomplishments often to excess
I, too, would swagger if I'd won first place in the bowling tournament
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2
as in to strut
to walk with exaggerated arm and leg movements
hoping to impress the women at the bar, the young man confidently swaggered across the room
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as in chic
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as in bravado
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Recent Examples of swagger
IEEE Spectrum, 21 Mar. 2017
True leadership isn’t about swaggering through crises of one’s own making or dazzling us with dramatic heroics.
—Martin Gutmann, Orlando Sentinel, 4 Jan. 2025
Charles Portis, Harper's Magazine, 28 Feb. 2025
Daly's emergency surgery in January had fans worried, but his signature humor and swagger seem to be intact.
—Josh Hammer, Newsweek, 19 Mar. 2025
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Verb
Lawrence, who’d been drinking heavily the previous night, swaggered in late, looking a mess, according to Van de Castle.
—IEEE Spectrum, 21 Mar. 2017
True leadership isn’t about swaggering through crises of one’s own making or dazzling us with dramatic heroics.
—Martin Gutmann, Orlando Sentinel, 4 Jan. 2025
Noun
In his gait there remained the faint touch of a rolling swagger.
—Charles Portis, Harper's Magazine, 28 Feb. 2025
Daly's emergency surgery in January had fans worried, but his signature humor and swagger seem to be intact.
—Josh Hammer, Newsweek, 19 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for swagger
Verb
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Gillespie and Rice were part of the Crab Five, the Terps’ starting group that boasted a combined scoring average of 69.9 points that was the highest total for a starting five in the nation.—
Edward Lee,
Baltimore Sun,
31 Mar. 2025
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The hydrating body lotion also boasts hyaluronic acid to help keep dry skin moisturized for up to 24 hours.—
Brigitt Earley,
Glamour,
31 Mar. 2025
Verb
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Gadot struts around throwing her hands at odd angles.—
Jackson McHenry,
Vulture,
25 Mar. 2025
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In a clip posted by Arlo's owner, Ellie McGee, who lives in Scotland, the pup was confidently strutting out of the vet's office, all four paws firmly on the ground.—
Thomas G. Moukawsher,
Newsweek,
20 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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Biles, 28, gave a sporty look a chic twist by wearing an oversized white Balenciaga jean jacket with black knee-high leather boots.—
Ingrid Vasquez,
People.com,
5 Apr. 2025
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Head uptown for a chic dining experience by an esteemed Italian design house, indulge in a steakhouse helmed by one of the city’s most renowned chefs, or grab pizza in a lively nightlife setting.—
Rana Good,
Forbes.com,
4 Apr. 2025
Noun
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For all its bravado about withstanding the American tariffs, China was also censoring criticisms of its own move to impose retaliatory tariffs.—
David Pierson,
New York Times,
7 Apr. 2025
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However, underneath the bravado, Quinn is enigmatic and is capable of downright scheming to fulfill her visions.—
Lisa Stardust,
People.com,
31 Mar. 2025
Verb
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Unless something magical happens for Jenna Ortega, Rachel Zegler will have bragging rights for No. 1.—
Anthony D'Alessandro,
Deadline,
26 Mar. 2025
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For the first time since the NCAA began hosting a women’s basketball tournament in 1982, a deep run through the bracket will produce more than bragging rights or a championship banner.—
Andrew Greif,
NBC news,
22 Mar. 2025
Verb
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It could have been laid in the new stadium museum, opened in 1986, the year Ferguson strode in as manager.—
Michael Walker,
The Athletic,
15 Mar. 2025
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The remarks, which stunned many last month, were one of the clearest demonstrations of the shock reverberating through NATO's European members and Canada as U.S. President Donald Trump and his administration turned on their heel, striding away from the continent America has propped up for decades.—
Faisal Kutty,
Newsweek,
11 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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Sam Edelman Loraine Bit Loafer A sleek loafer that’ll match practically any outfit is a no-brainer for spring, and this bit loafer from Sam Edelman is currently 40 percent off.—
Ali Faccenda,
People.com,
4 Apr. 2025
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Whether you’re drawn to mid-century silhouettes with sleek, clean lines or ready to invest in a heritage option that will stand the test of time, here are the best silverware sets that deserve a spot in your kitchen drawer.—
Angela Tafoya,
Vogue,
3 Apr. 2025
Noun
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Most are due to unnecessary escalation, creating disengagement, authoritative behaviors, arrogance and ego.—
Joao Mendes-Roter,
Forbes.com,
27 Mar. 2025
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Musk’s casual Friday attire just shows his arrogance and disrespect for American government.—
Chicago Tribune,
Chicago Tribune,
19 Mar. 2025
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“Swagger.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/swagger. Accessed 13 Apr. 2025.
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