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When and how to use the expression “get over yourself”?

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Rebecca

"Get over yourself" is an informal word that means to tell someone to stop to be over-proud and brag about oneself. When you think someone is self-centered wand only brag about himself/herself, you will tell them to "get over yourself". Here are some examples of "get over yourself" Ex: Get over yourself! I'm sick of listening to you talking about how you are perfect in every aspect. Ex: Get over yourself! Being rich is not something to brag about.

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