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Ways to Say "dad always tried" in English
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to brag about his Academy performance when I was a kid. I just can't handle it.
It means the father often talked proudly and excessively about his achievements.
From My Handsome Bodyguard, Episode 5
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Scene Context
The speaker is describing how a father liked to boast about his achievements.
Usage Scenario
Use this to describe someone who likes to boast. It sounds natural, but the exact sentence is more descriptive than a common fixed phrase.
Better ways to say it
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Dad always bragged about his academy performance.
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My dad liked to brag about his achievements.
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He was always boasting about his performance.
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