foolish pride

Frequency: 5.95.8 per million words

Pride that is not based on reason and may cause someone to make bad decisions.

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Examples (10)

  • 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.