foolish pride
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Pride that is not based on reason and may cause someone to make bad decisions.
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- It was foolish pride that prevented me from believing her.
- His foolish pride led him to refuse much-needed help.
- Don't let foolish pride stand in the way of your progress.
- She eventually swallowed her foolish pride and apologized.
- Overcoming foolish pride is a sign of true maturity.
- The politician's foolish pride caused him to ignore public opinion.
- Many mistakes are made because of sheer foolish pride.
- It takes courage to admit that foolish pride was behind your actions.
- Their foolish pride meant they couldn't ask for directions, even when lost.
- He lost everything due to his unyielding foolish pride.