gloats

"He prepared to fight his adversary."

"After winning the spelling bee, Sarah tried not to be obvious, but she was clearly gloating over her friend's defeat. "

"He was conspicuous by his absence."

"It was my fortune, or misfortune, to be called to the office of Chief Executive without any previous political training. - Ulysses S. Grant"

"The teacher's malevolent stare made the student feel very uncomfortable. "

"My sometimes neighbor, a retired teacher, still visits the school occasionally. "

"My mother's instance that I finish my homework before dinner was quite strong. "

"Everyone in the class needs to bring their textbook to the first lecture. "

"The magician's words seemed to spell her into a deep sleep. "

"The knight's training involved participating in a series of tournaments, preparing him for future battles. "

"He remembered with pleasure his home and family."

"After studying hard for the exam, the student felt a great satisfaction. "