# pleased with oneself

idiom

Source: https://englishreference.com/idiom/pleased-with-oneself
Updated: 2026-08-10

## Meaning

To be happy about one's accomplishments, especially, to be more proud more than one should be.

## Examples

- He looked very pleased with himself after winning the game.
- She was clearly pleased with herself for finishing the difficult project ahead of the deadline.
- Although his success was largely due to luck, he remained visibly pleased with himself throughout the entire evening.

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