chest-thumping
Americannoun
Example Sentences
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There was no recalibration nor hint of strategic retreat, only chest-thumping and grievance.
From Salon
But it's worth remembering that behind the chest-thumping headlines, there is still plenty of work to do for both India and the EU.
From BBC
The harsh punishment of Mangione might be in keeping with his chest-thumping on crime, but it’s also bad politics.
From Slate
Trolls online have been chest-thumping about how the Eastside is where it’s at in the restaurant scene, as renowned restaurants are set to anchor multimillion dollar complexes in downtown Bellevue.
From Seattle Times
Even by his low standards of chest-thumping, this lie was weak sauce.
From Salon
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