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Be all that

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Cockiness Implication

Using 'be all that' can imply arrogance when someone overestimates their abilities.

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He acts like he's all that at chess, but I've beaten him every time.
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Conversational Tone

The phrase 'be all that' is informal and best used in casual conversations among friends.

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You think you're all that because you won one game?
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Emphasizing Achievement

The phrase can highlight a success but risks sounding boastful if overused.

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After winning the contest, he strutted around like he was all that.
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