Bluster

To talk in a loud and boastful way, often to show off or scare others. It’s like when someone brags about how great they are or acts tough to make people pay attention.

Examples

• During the school debate, Thomas tried to bluster his way through the arguments, but his classmates saw right through his loud talk and focused on the facts instead.
• When Jake started to bluster about how great he was at soccer, his friends reminded him that teamwork is what really makes a player shine on the field.
• The teacher warned us not to bluster about our grades, because true success comes from hard work and dedication rather than just bragging.

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