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grandstand

verb

/ˈɡrændstænd/

Meaning

To seek attention or applause by behaving or speaking in a showy way.

The actor was accused of grandstanding during the charity event.

show off, boast, parade, flaunt

downplay, minimize, conceal

grandstand performance, political grandstanding, grandstand speech

To examine one's own thoughts, feelings, or mental state.

to withdraw a statement, promise, or part of the body; to pull back

To shake slightly, often because of fear, cold, or nervousness.

to encourage or stir up violent or unlawful behavior

to obstruct; to create difficulties

to have a different opinion or to not accept something