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fable – n. a short story that usually is about animals and that is intended to teach a lesson
personality trait – n. a quality or characteristic that distinguishes the character, action and attitude of a person
brag – v. to speak in a way that shows too much pride
overconfident – adj. having too much confidence about something : confidence – n. a feeling or belief that you can do something well or succeed at something
focused – adj. concentrated on one topic or goal
determination – n. a quality that makes you continue trying to do or achieve something that is difficult
embarrass – v. to make (someone) feel confused and foolish in front of other people: to make (a person, group, government, etc.) look foolish in public
petty – adj. showing or having a mean narrow-minded attitude
eyes on the prize expression This means that you should keep your focus on achieving a positive end result or goal
show off – verbal phrase to impress other people with his or her abilities or possessions
