show off
/ˌʃoʊ ˈɔf/ verb- To exhibit the best attributes of something. · Grocery stores show off their produce by placing the most attractive specimens in front.
- To attract attention to for the purpose of bragging or personal exhibitionism; to demonstrate a skill, talent or property for the purpose of bragging or personal exhibitionism. · She loves to show off her driving prowess.· She loves to show off when she gets behind the wheel of a car.
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“Master Words for which people?” said Mowgli, delighted to show off.
At least, therefore, I did not assume the character of needless precipitance merely to show off before the ladies.”
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