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play the Pharisee
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to act with hypocritical moral superiority; to criticize others while ignoring one's own faults.

Meanings

to act with hypocritical moral superiority; to criticize others while ignoring one's own faults.

He played the Pharisee at the meeting, pointing out everyone's minor errors while glossing over his own.

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Last updated: 2025/11/13 14:18