Flex, so to speak Crossword Clue

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Flex, so to speak Crossword Answer

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(noun)
1. speaking of yourself in superlatives
(verb)
1. show off
2. wear or display in an ostentatious or proud manner

Hint 2: Clue Definitions

SPEAK (verb)
1. exchange thoughts; talk with
2. use language
FLEX (verb)
1. bend a joint
2. cause (a plastic object) to assume a crooked or angular form
FLEX (noun)
1. the act of flexing

Hint 3: Anagram

Unscramble the letters below to solve for today's answer.
BOATS

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