Proprietorial

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Ownership Pride

Used when someone shows pride in something they own or have control over, like their work or a project.

She gave a proprietorial glance at her artwork, clearly proud of her creation.

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Property Association

Often linked to physical or intellectual property, indicating a sense of legal or personal ownership.

The author spoke with proprietorial authority about the novel's characters.

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Not Always Literal

Can imply ownership, but not always in a legal sense. It may be used metaphorically or emotionally.

He recounted the team's victory with a proprietorial tone, like he was instrumental to the win.