wounded pride

Examples (20)

• After the public criticism, his wounded pride kept him isolated.
• His wounded pride prevented him from apologizing.
• She tried to hide her wounded pride behind a brave smile.
• The criticism deeply stung her wounded pride.
• The defeat left him with a deep sense of wounded pride.
• Fueled by wounded pride, he vowed to prove them wrong.
• His refusal to apologize was clearly a matter of wounded pride.
• It was a blow to his wounded pride when he lost the competition.
• Despite his wounded pride, he knew he had to try again.
• She had to swallow her wounded pride and ask for help.
• The politician's wounded pride led to a series of retaliatory actions.
• Don't let your wounded pride dictate your actions.
• It took time for his wounded pride to heal after the rejection.
• The team's wounded pride pushed them to train harder for the next game.
• Don't let your wounded pride prevent you from seeking help.
• After the public rejection, he walked away with his wounded pride.
• He nursed his wounded pride in silence, vowing revenge.
• His initial reaction was anger, stemming from wounded pride.
• Her outburst stemmed from wounded pride rather than genuine anger.
• Despite her wounded pride, she maintained a dignified silence.