air of superiority

noun phrase

: an arrogant way of behaving

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Fans in the Deep South to the Midwest and beyond struggle to stomach the golden domes, their independence and their air of superiority. Blake Toppmeyer, USA TODAY, 9 Jan. 2025 There is nothing like applying a pre-wash oil before running errands or working out to give you an air of superiority. Iman Balagam, Allure, 27 Jan. 2023

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“Air of superiority.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/air%20of%20superiority. Accessed 20 Jul. 2025.

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